Nikon Nikonos II + UW 2,5/35mm | Underwater camera
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Brand Nikon; Model/type nr Nikonos II + UW 2,5/35mm; Functional condition: shutter fires (tested), fully mechanical, no battery required.
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Nikon Nikonos II + W-Nikkor 35mm f/2.5 — Iconic 1968 Japanese Amphibious 35mm Camera, Land & Underwater Use, No Battery Required
This is a Nikon Nikonos II, the legendary amphibious 35mm camera produced by Nippon Kogaku from 1968 to 1976. Developed from the original Calypso-Phot designed in collaboration with Jacques Cousteau, the Nikonos II is rated for use down to 50 m underwater and is equally usable on land. Paired with the standard W-Nikkor 35mm f/2.5 — a 6-element Gauss-type lens computed for both above-water and underwater optical performance — this is the camera that defined underwater photography for two decades and is now a highly collectible piece of camera history.
Specifications
- Type: 35mm amphibious (underwater & land use) viewfinder camera
- Waterproof: Sealed body with O-rings, rated to 50 m / 164 ft depth
- Mount: Nikonos bayonet (proprietary, lens shutter-speed ring integrated)
- Shutter: Mechanical leaf shutter, B, 1/30 – 1/500 s (set via dial around the lens)
- Aperture: f/2.5 – f/16
- Focusing: Zone focus (scale focusing, no rangefinder)
- Viewfinder: Direct optical bright-frame finder
- Flash: PC sync terminal (front, sealed)
- Film advance: Lever wind, also serves as cocking mechanism
- Body serial: (engraved on top plate)
- Lens: W-Nikkor 1:2.5 f=35mm, 6 elements / 4 groups, Gauss-type, designed for both land and underwater use
- Lens serial: No.305049
- Battery: None required (fully mechanical)
- Made in: Japan
- Year: 1968 – 1976
Condition
- Good vintage condition for an amphibious camera; minor paint loss and edge brassing consistent with age and use
- Shutter fires confirmed (tested)
- Aperture and shutter-speed rings operate smoothly
- Focus ring smooth
- Lens front element shows some light surface dust / cleaning marks but no significant fungus or heavy haze
- Body O-ring seals not tested for current waterproofing — recommend professional O-ring replacement before underwater use
Accessories: None (no cap, no strap)
Shipping
- Sent from Japan via Japan Post Small Packet with tracking
- Shipped only to the address registered on Catawiki
- No shipping to Russia; delivery to Italy may take longer; higher shipping fees apply to Portugal
- Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or VAT in the destination country. No refunds will be issued for customs charges or refusal of VAT/duty payment.
Payment & Dispatch
- Item will be shipped within 3 business days after payment is confirmed.
Nikon Nikonos II + W-Nikkor 35mm f/2.5 — Iconic 1968 Japanese Amphibious 35mm Camera, Land & Underwater Use, No Battery Required
This is a Nikon Nikonos II, the legendary amphibious 35mm camera produced by Nippon Kogaku from 1968 to 1976. Developed from the original Calypso-Phot designed in collaboration with Jacques Cousteau, the Nikonos II is rated for use down to 50 m underwater and is equally usable on land. Paired with the standard W-Nikkor 35mm f/2.5 — a 6-element Gauss-type lens computed for both above-water and underwater optical performance — this is the camera that defined underwater photography for two decades and is now a highly collectible piece of camera history.
Specifications
- Type: 35mm amphibious (underwater & land use) viewfinder camera
- Waterproof: Sealed body with O-rings, rated to 50 m / 164 ft depth
- Mount: Nikonos bayonet (proprietary, lens shutter-speed ring integrated)
- Shutter: Mechanical leaf shutter, B, 1/30 – 1/500 s (set via dial around the lens)
- Aperture: f/2.5 – f/16
- Focusing: Zone focus (scale focusing, no rangefinder)
- Viewfinder: Direct optical bright-frame finder
- Flash: PC sync terminal (front, sealed)
- Film advance: Lever wind, also serves as cocking mechanism
- Body serial: (engraved on top plate)
- Lens: W-Nikkor 1:2.5 f=35mm, 6 elements / 4 groups, Gauss-type, designed for both land and underwater use
- Lens serial: No.305049
- Battery: None required (fully mechanical)
- Made in: Japan
- Year: 1968 – 1976
Condition
- Good vintage condition for an amphibious camera; minor paint loss and edge brassing consistent with age and use
- Shutter fires confirmed (tested)
- Aperture and shutter-speed rings operate smoothly
- Focus ring smooth
- Lens front element shows some light surface dust / cleaning marks but no significant fungus or heavy haze
- Body O-ring seals not tested for current waterproofing — recommend professional O-ring replacement before underwater use
Accessories: None (no cap, no strap)
Shipping
- Sent from Japan via Japan Post Small Packet with tracking
- Shipped only to the address registered on Catawiki
- No shipping to Russia; delivery to Italy may take longer; higher shipping fees apply to Portugal
- Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or VAT in the destination country. No refunds will be issued for customs charges or refusal of VAT/duty payment.
Payment & Dispatch
- Item will be shipped within 3 business days after payment is confirmed.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Nikon
Model/type nr
Nikonos II + UW 2,5/35mm |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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