Nikon N60 (1998–2001)

A plastic-bodied, integral-motor autofocus 35mm SLR sold in the U.S. market, built as an entry-level model for amateur photographers.

Overview

The Nikon N60 is an autofocus 35mm SLR made by Nikon. In the United States it was sold as the N60. Most other regions got it as the F60. It was produced from 1998 to 2001 and replaced the F50 as Nikon’s entry-level film SLR. Operation is automatic, with some manual control options. The body is plastic with a champagne-aluminum finish, and film transport is automatic. Exposure modes include General-Purpose Program, Vari-Program (Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sport, Night Scene), and Auto-Multi Program.

Specifications

Product typeIntegral-motor autofocus 35mm SLR camera
Production years1998–2001
Film format35mm
Negative size24 mm x 36 mm
LCD panel displayShutter speed, aperture, flash sync mode, film speed
Autofocus systemSingle focus sensor
Lens compatibilityNo compatibility with AF-S lenses
Original price$299.95

Design

The N60 has a plastic body with a champagne-aluminum finish and a built-in motor for film transport, which makes it an integral-motor autofocus model. The design aims for light weight and ease of use for novice photographers.

Context

The N60 replaced the F50. It sat at the lower end of Nikon’s amateur autofocus SLR lineup and was the company’s entry-level 35mm film camera for as long as it was in production.

Market

The N60 originally retailed for $299.95. Factory service manuals can be downloaded for $3.56 per file. Used units have sold for as little as $13, though current market value may vary. Common problems are broken film door latches, autofocus trouble from faulty AF motors or dirty lens contacts, and error codes such as “F - -” on startup.

Market Value

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eBay Listings

Recently sold on eBay: $22–$63 (median $35, based on 95 completed sales, past 12 months)

Nikon N60 vintage camera equipment - eBay listing photo 1
Nikon N60 Quartz Date 35mm SLR Film Camera Body Only w/ Orig
$150
Nikon N60 vintage camera equipment - eBay listing photo 2
Nikon N60 Camera W/ 80-200 4.5-5.6 D Lens
$49.95
Nikon N60 vintage camera equipment - eBay listing photo 3
Nikon N60 SLR Film Camera w/ 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens, Bag & M
$60.00
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Nikon N60 35mm SLR Film Camera+Nikkor 35-80mm Len-Working
$80.00
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