Vintage Nikon Nikonos III underwater 35mm film camera with attached Nikkor 35mm f/2.5 lens, designed specifically for underwater use. The lens features a fixed 35mm focal length with a maximum aperture of f/2.5, offering sharp image quality and excellent low-light performance underwater. Known for its rugged construction and watertight design, the Nikonos III is ideal for underwater photography. The camera includes manual controls for shutter speed and aperture, along with a rangefinder focusing system for precise image capture. Nikon Corporation, established in 1917 in Tokyo, Japan, is a globally renowned manufacturer specializing in optical and imaging products. Known for pioneering innovations in photography, Nikon has produced iconic cameras, lenses, and optical equipment for over a century. Their Nikonos series, launched in the 1960s, revolutionized underwater photography with rugged, watertight cameras designed for professional and recreational divers. Nikon continues to be a leader in the imaging industry, recognized for precision engineering, quality craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology.

Issued: c. 1960s
Dimensions: 5.25"L x 2.75"W x 5"H
Country of Origin: Japan

Age related wear. Scuffing on the lens cap.