Camera · SLR
Nikon F100
1999-2006
Discontinued35mmIntermediateAdvancedProfessional
Professional-grade features at modest weight
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- NIKON F
- Metering
- Built-in
- Shutter
- 1/8000
- Battery
- AA x4 (standard MS-12 holder); CR123A x2 in optional MS-13; MB-15 grip takes AA x6
- Weight
- 785g
Battery req.
Max speed
Best for
- Professional-grade features at modest weight
- Those familiar with Nikon DSLRs
- Enthusiasts wanting pro features
Features
- 5-area autofocus
- 3D Color Matrix metering
- 4.5fps built-in motor drive (5fps with MB-15)
- 1/8000s shutter speed
- Exposure bracketing
- Multiple exposure mode
Limitations
- 96% viewfinder (not 100%)
- Not fully weather sealed
- No EXIF recording
- Battery life moderate
Common issues to check
- Rubber grip deterioration
- Rear dial encoder issues
- AF motor wear
- Battery contact corrosion
- LCD fade
Buying guide
The F100 (1999) is a professional 35mm SLR weighing 785g with 4.5fps (5fps with MB-15). Check the rear command dial works smoothly, test AF tracking and examine the rubber grips. Several specifications here (96% finder, 1/8000, dimensions) come from the Nikon spec page that is no longer online.
Pricing
- Typical range
- £200 - £400
- Excellent condition
- ~£500
Indicative, no dated source.
Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Years produced | 1999-2006 |
| Mount | NIKON F |
| Shutter type | Focal Plane |
| Shutter speeds | 30s - 1/8000 |
| Flash sync | 1/250 |
| Metering | Multi Pattern |
| Battery required | Yes (AA x4 (standard MS-12 holder); CR123A x2 in optional MS-13; MB-15 grip takes AA x6) |
| Weight | 785g |
| Dimensions | 155 x 113 x 66mm |