The Nikon FE is a small-format single - lens reflex camera produced in Japan by the Nippon Kogaku KK Corporation (now Nikon ) from 1978 until 1983. The FE model, which is part of the F-series compact DSLRs, in contrast to the mechanical FM model, is equipped with an electronically controlled shutter and automatic aperture priority mode [1] . The corporation for the first time used in this camera a flexible printed circuit board for mounting electronic components [2] .
| Nikon FE | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Type of | Mirror, single-lens . |
| Manufacturer | Nikon |
| Year of issue | 1978 - 1983 |
| Lens mount | F bay |
| Photo material | Type 135 film . |
| Frame size | 24 × 36 mm. |
| Focusing | Manual |
| Exposition | TTL Center Weighted |
| Gate | focal, with vertical lamella movement |
| Burst shooting | 3.2 cps with motor MD-12 |
| Viewfinder | Mirror |
| Dimensions | 142 × 89.5 × 57.5 mm. |
| Weight | 590 |
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Technical Features
Unlike the next Nikon FE2 model, the name of which was engraved on the front wall, the FE model was designated only as a serial number prefix behind the top flap. Like all other cameras of the “compact” line, Nikon FE had the following key features:
- Non-removable pentaprism, showing 93% of the frame area;
- Built-in paired TTL exposure meter , providing center-weighted metering at full aperture ( English Full Aperture Metering );
- Interchangeable focusing screens were first used in the non-professional Nikon model. Unlike professional screens, which are a flat-convex glass collective lens in a metal frame, the Fresnel flat lens FE is made of acrylate and does not have a frame. Subsequently, the same screens were used in other models of the “compact” family: FE2, FM2 , FA and FM3A [3] ;
- ADR system ( English Aperture Direct Readout ) optical display of the installed aperture in the viewfinder's field of view;
- Repeater diaphragm ;
- Mechanical self - timer , raising the mirror at the beginning of work;
- The mechanism of repeated exposure ;
- The possibility of using an attached electric drive . For the whole range, the MD-12 motor was produced with a shooting frequency of 3.2 frames per second, which does not support rewind;
- Removable back cover;
Unlike professional models, equipped with the function of pre-lifting the mirror , the “compact” series did not have a similar mechanism, partially limiting compatibility with old Nikkor lenses with a short rear section . However, vibrations from the mirror could be eliminated using the self-timer, which lifted it at the beginning of its working stroke. Another difference from professional models was the “ hot shoe ” of the ISO 518 standard , which allows the use of any flash units , including those from third-party manufacturers. To display the flash readiness by the LED located above the eyepiece of the viewfinder, the shoe is equipped with an additional contact [4] .
An electronically controlled lamella shutter with a vertical stroke of metal blinds allowed to continuously work out exposures in the range from 1/1000 to 8 seconds [5] . Synchronization with electronic flash is possible at shutter speeds no shorter than 1/125 seconds, and in the absence of batteries, the shutter worked out a mechanical shutter speed of 1/90 seconds [6] . In addition to automatic testing of exposures displayed in the viewfinder by the arrow of a galvanometer , their manual installation is possible [4] .
The camera is compatible with both lenses that have the AI and AI-S specifications of the F-mount and older ones, if they do not require a preliminary lifting of the mirror. For this purpose, the lead of the transmission ring of the aperture value around the bayonet flange is made folding [4] . However, exposure measurement with such lenses is only possible with a working aperture value.
See also
- Canon AE-1
Sources
- ↑ Nikon, as you understand, 2003 , p. 51.
- ↑ Nikon FE (English) . Best of the Rest . Nikon . The date of circulation is June 28, 2013. Archived July 2, 2013.
- ↑ Focusing Screens (English) . Nikon FE / FM / FA Series Model (s) - Shared Accessories . Photography in Malaysia. The date of circulation is June 30, 2013. Archived July 3, 2013.
- ↑ 1 2 3 Nikon FE (1978-1983) (Eng.) . Real Cameras . Ken Rockwell (October 2008). The appeal date was August 19, 2013. Archived September 2, 2013.
- ↑ Nikon FE - The Body (eng.) . Modern Classic SLRs Series . Photography in Malaysia. The date of circulation is June 29, 2013. Archived July 3, 2013.
- ↑ James Tocchio. Nikon FE - Camera Review (Eng.) . "Casual Photophile" (July 8, 2016). The appeal date is March 9, 2019.
Literature
- B. Bakst, I. Bazhan. "Nikon", how do you understand ?. - M.,: “Photocurrier”, 2003. - p. 50, 51. - 156 p. - ISBN 5-7853-0351-5 .
- B. Peterson. Classic cameras Nikon = Nikon Classic Cameras. - 1st. - Rochester, NY: Silver Pixel Press, 1996. - T. II. - 176 s. - (Magic Lantern Guides). - ISBN 1-883403-38-3 .