Nikon FE2 Chrome/Black
In March of 1983 Nikon introduced the updated FE2 to replace and eliminate the problems presented by the original FE electronics. The low battery shutter failure mode was gone along with the battery test lever/LED that had been intended to prevent problems with diligent testing. Instead, with the new system, if the battery is too weak to operate the body's electronics, the body locks up unless/until the shutter speed is set to M250 or B. Features/changes comprise:
1. No battery test because the need for it is obviated.
2. +/- LED indicator in the viewfinder to warn if an exposure offset has be set.
3. Comprehensively configured proprietary hot shoe for TTL electronic flash metering/control.
(TTL flash circuitry only accurate in this generation from ISO 25 to 400 and display blinks as a warning outside of this range.)
Shutter speed automatically defaults to 1/250 if higher speed is set and circuitry detects "flash ready" condition
4. Mechanically governed M250 shutter speed when battery power not available.
5. Further improvement to the mirror damping scheme.
6. Camera body electronics (meter/shutter) will not operate until film is advanced to frame numbe one.
7. Stress/structured titanium shutter blades for shutter speeds to 1/4000 and X Synch at 1/250.
8. 1/3 stop brighter viewfinder image with new "2" series finder screens (no doubt inspired by a competitive after market offering.)
9. Exposure compensation can be set in 1/3 increments.
10. Metering system integrates flash and ambient light measures to give ideal "fill flash" effects.
| Type of Lens (mount[s]) |
Nikon F AI
Nikon F AIS |
| Self Timer |
Yes |
| Hot Shoe |
Yes |
| Metering Type |
Nikon Proprietary 60/40 Center Weighted |
| Focusing System/Method (Camera) |
Manual |
| Flash Metering |
TTL Simple |
| Camera Format Type |
24mm X 36mm |
| Exposure Control Modes |
Fully Manual
Aperture Priority |
| Shutter Speed Range |
8 to 1/4000 plus B and M250 |
| ASA Meter Range |
12 to 4000 |
| Viewfinder Information |
Shutter Speed
F Stop
Exposure Offset Compensation Warning |
| Weight |
1 1/4 lbs |
| Color Scheme(s) |
Black Painted
Black and Chrome |
| Dimensions |
5.6in (142mm)W X 3.5in (90mm)H X 2.3in (58mm)D |
| Type of Battery/Cell |
Two MS76/LR44 or One 3 volt Lithium |
| Shutter Technology |
Electronic
Copal Square (rectangle)
Vertical Travel Metal Blades (Stressed Titanium)
Vertical Travel Metal Blades (Aluminum Alloy)
Behind The Lens/Focal Plane Shutter |
| Removeable Pentaprism/Viewfinder(s) |
No |
| Exchangeable Viewfinder Screens |
Yes |
| Built In Flash |
No |
| Flash Connection |
Screw Locking PC Connector
Proprietary Hot Shoe |
| Exposure Compensation |
+2 stops and -2 stops in 1/3 stop increments |
| Date/Event of introduction |
March 1983 |
| Serial Number Onset Data |
2000001 |
| Type of Camera |
SLR |
| FP Shutter Travel Time (X Sync Speed) |
1/250 |
| Motor Drive Capability |
Has Coupling |
| Depth of Field Preview |
Yes |
| Exposure memory Lock |
Self Timer Lever, Push to Left to Lock |
NEW
New in box with warranty papers as it came from the dealer
Like New
Indistinguishable from new but no box or no papers or both
Like New Minus
Very close to new condition with only subtle signs of use or handling.
Excellent Plus Plus
Extremely nice condition but does show some handling and use but no hard use whatsoever.
Excellent Plus
Excellent condition but shows some wear and use.
Excellent
Perfectly Excellent operating condition but cosmetics leave something to be desired.
Good Condition
Usable but has mechanical, optical and cosmetic issues as indicated in individual descriptions
Fair Condition
Issues as indicated in individual descriptions
Ugly Condition
Very significant conditions as indicated in individual descriptions. The lower end of this range is basically a paperweight that looks something like it might once have taken some pictures.
Under Evaluation Process; Not Yet Offered For Sale
