Camera for Vacation - Nikonos

[Sirius Glass]

Hello all!

Looking at getting a Nikonos camera for vacation.

I was inspired by this post!


My question is should I get the Nikonos iii or the V? I realized I probably need to get a dedicated rugged camera with manual features so I don't ruin my other nice gear on the beach.

I also thought about the Canon Sure Shot WP1 but realized that is more of a point and shoot. I think I would like the manual and mechanical feeling of a Nikonos

UPDATE: what would be a good price to pay for this? I don’t want to overpay? Looking for the kit with the 35 mm lens.

Get the Nikonos V and have the best version available to you. My Nikonos II needed a shutter repair, the parts are not available and the shop told me to go to eBay and get the Nikonos V body and use the lens that I had.

 

[Alan Edward Klein]

These pictures are fantastic! Thanks for sharing

Thanks. Many of those pictures were taken with a U/W strobe that brings out the colors underwater even during the day and of course, is necessary for my night shots.

 

[blee1996]

Last time I went to Tahiti, I took only one camera with me since it was a family holiday. That camera was a Nikonos III with 35/2.5 lens. I used it above water, in the water, and under water for casual shots. And the photos turned out nicely even if I have to guess distance and exposure.

I used to have Nikonos V, but eventually decided I like the Calypso-styled III more. I don't do deep dive stuff.

 

[dynachrome]

It's a little off topic because this is the 35mm forum but I have a number of Minolta Weathermatic A cameras with all of the accessories. They are nice to use. The only drawback is that they take 110 film.

 

[srtviper15]

Last time I went to Tahiti, I took only one camera with me since it was a family holiday. That camera was a Nikonos III with 35/2.5 lens. I used it above water, in the water, and under water for casual shots. And the photos turned out nicely even if I have to guess distance and exposure.

I used to have Nikonos V, but eventually decided I like the Calypso-styled III more. I don't do deep dive stuff.

Awesome! Really looking forward to using it!

 

[srtviper15]

It's a little off topic because this is the 35mm forum but I have a number of Minolta Weathermatic A cameras with all of the accessories. They are nice to use. The only drawback is that they take 110 film.

Nice! Are you planning on selling any? I’m probably interested. I shoot 110 also

 

[eli griggs]

Not analog, but Canon made a nice Lucite(?) case for the PowerShot G10, ( I don't know if other "G" models will work) and a used PowerShot and this case might be an affordable temporary fill-in for the V analog, for wet conditions and allows the flash to used effectively.

I have one I keep overlooking when out for short road trips and there are good reviews for its build quality.

 

[srtviper15]

Get the Nikonos V and have the best version available to you. My Nikonos II needed a shutter repair, the parts are not available and the shop told me to go to eBay and get the Nikonos V body and use the lens that I had.

I got a V. Now I just need to fine the correct grease and o rings

 

[eli griggs]

If you're not able to find a vendor online, try dive shops.

I got a V. Now I just need to fine the correct grease and o rings

 

[Sirius Glass]

I got a V. Now I just need to fine the correct grease and o rings

I found the bags of o-rings on the internet. I look for the Nikonos grease made by Nikon.