Nikon F2A Photomic
The Nikon F2A Photomic is a professional 35mm film SLR, part of Nikon's F2 system introduced in the 1970s. The F2A variant pairs the F2 body with the DP-11 metering prism, which uses AI (Automatic Indexing) coupling for compatible lenses.
Sales data for the F2A Photomic is thin: a single recorded UK auction hammer result sits at £130, so this figure is what the camera sold for at saleroom level rather than a retail asking price. With only one data point, today's market value is best treated as indicative, and condition of the body, prism electronics, and shutter accuracy will swing what a clean example is worth.
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| 25 Anniversary | — | — | 4 | £573 – £1,500 |
| MD and MB kit | — | — | 0 | — |
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: October 2024
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| Oct 2024 | £250 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 184) Title: A Nikon F2A SLR Camera
Description:
A Nikon F2A SLR Camera, chrome, serial no 7236100, shutter working, DP-11 finder responsive, self timer working, body VG, with Nikkor 28mm f/2 Ai-S |
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| Feb 2024 | £188 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 59) Title: A Nikon F2A Photomic 35mm SLR Camera
Description:
chrome, 1977, serial no.7895217, with a Nikkor-H Auto f/2 50mm non-AI lens, serial no.2038226, shutter working, body G, lens F-G, sparkle, dust to |
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| Feb 2024 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 377) Title: A Nikon F2A SLR Camera
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A Nikon F2A SLR Camera, serial no 7591715,shutter working, self timer working, release catch on finder broken, meter responsive, body G, some |
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| Oct 2023 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 476) Title: A Nikon F2A SLR Camera Body
Description:
A Nikon F2A SLR Camera Body, chrome, serial no 8009588, recently serviced by Sover Wong, shutter working, self timer working, DP-11 finder, meter |
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| Aug 2023 | £130 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 341) Title: A Nikon F2A Photomic SLR Camera
Description:
A Nikon F2A Photomic SLR Camera, black, serial no 7762371, shutter working, self timer working, body G, some light wear, with DP-II finder, meter |
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| Jul 2023 | £180 | 🇬🇧 David Duggleby | — | |
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Auction: Maritime, Scientific Instruments & Cameras (Lot 3022) Title: Nikon F2A Photomic camera body, serial no. 7844439, with 'Nikon Zoom-NIKKOR 35-70mm 1:3.5-...
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Nikon F2A Photomic camera body, serial no. 7844439, with 'Nikon Zoom-NIKKOR 35-70mm 1:3.5-... |
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| Jun 2023 | £188 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 61) Title: A Nikon F2A Photomic 35mm SLR Body
Description:
black, 1977, serial no.7956997, shutter working, body VG, with half case and neck strap |
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| Jun 2020 | EUR 700 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | 25 Anniversary | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 36 (Lot AI_36_37374) Title: Nikon F2A '25th Anniversary'
Description:
from a limited edition of 4000 cameras issued to commemorate 25th anniversary of Nikon USA, body no.8010807, in mint condition, with matching maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Jun 2019 | EUR 700 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | 25 Anniversary | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 34 (Lot AI_34_37374) Title: Nikon F2A '25th Anniversary'
Description:
from a limited edition of 4000 cameras issued to commemorate 25th anniversary of Nikon USA, body no.8010807, in mint condition, with matching maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,400 - EUR 1,600 |
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| Oct 2017 | £288 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 89) Title: A Nikon F2A Photomic SLR Camera
Description:
chrome, serial no. 7117966, with Nikon Nikkor-H f/1.8 85mm lens, black, serial no. 190548, body, VG, shutter working, lens, VG-E, some very light |
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| May 2013 | EUR 1,400 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 23 (Lot AI_23_10649) Title: Nikon F2A '25th Anniversary'
Description:
new F2A '25th Anniversary' silver edition, complete with papers in maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,800 - EUR 2,000 |
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| Nov 2007 | EUR 1,500 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | 25 Anniversary | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 12 (Lot AI_12_20613) Title: Nikon F2A '25th Anniversary'
Description:
new F2A '25th Anniversary' silver edition, complete with papers in maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,800 - EUR 2,000 |
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| Nov 2005 | £360 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | — | |
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Auction: CAMERAS, MAGIC LANTERNS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 221) Title: Nikon F2A no. 8055883
Description:
Nikon F2A no. 8055883 Estimate: £400 - £600 |
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| May 2005 | EUR 440 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 7 (Lot AI_7_25075) Title: Nikon F2A black
Description:
mint with DP-11 Estimate: EUR 700 - EUR 900 |
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| Feb 2004 | £573 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | 25 Anniversary | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT INCLUDING MAGIC LANTERNS (Lot 88) Title: Nikon F2A no. 7894765
Description:
Nikon F2A no. 7894765 Estimate: £600 - £800 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Nikon F2A Photomic worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, an F2A Photomic has sold for around £130 at hammer, though a single data point means the price a given example sells for can vary widely with condition.
How much does a Nikon F2A Photomic sell for at auction?
The one recorded UK auction sale shows a hammer price of £130, which reflects wholesale saleroom value before commission rather than a dealer retail figure.
What is the difference between the F2 Photomic and the F2A Photomic?
The F2A uses the DP-11 finder with AI metering coupling, whereas earlier F2 Photomic variants used pre-AI prisms that coupled to lenses via the meter-coupling prong.