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Nikon FA Gold1984
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- Nikon F
- Years
- 1984–1985
- Weight
- 625 g
- Shutter
- 1s – 1/4000s
- Meter
- ttl-amp-automatic-multi-pattern
The Nikon FA Gold (1984) is a **gold-plated limited edition** of the standard FA, produced to commemorate the FA winning the 1984 Camera Grand Prix award (Japan's top camera industry honor). Mechanically identical to the standard FA — same matrix metering, same titanium shutter, same 1/4000s top speed. The differences are entirely cosmetic: **gold-plated top and bottom plates**, gold-plated control dials, special engraved serial numbers. Production was limited to **2,000 units globally**.
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Before you buy used
- **Authenticity** — verify with Nikon serial number records; counterfeits exist (re-plated standard FA bodies).
- **Original lens and packaging** add 30–50% to value.
- Same FA mechanical advisories.
- Service: same FA specialists.
About this camera
The gold-plated FA. Limited 2,000-unit run commemorating the FA's 1984 Camera Grand Prix award. Investment-grade collector camera.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What film does the Nikon FA Gold use?
- The Nikon FA Gold shoots 35mm film.
- What battery does the Nikon FA Gold take?
- The Nikon FA Gold uses a 2x SR44 battery.
- What lens mount does the Nikon FA Gold have?
- The Nikon FA Gold uses the Nikon F mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Nikon FA Gold offer?
- The Nikon FA Gold's shutter speeds range from 1s to 1/4000s.
- What light meter does the Nikon FA Gold use?
- The Nikon FA Gold meters with ttl-amp-automatic-multi-pattern.