Nikon N60 Silver 35mm Camera Body Review

The Nikon N60 is a 35mm film SLR aimed at beginners and hobbyists looking for an affordable entry into manual and semi-automatic exposure control. It offers a straightforward exposure mode dial with aperture-priority, shutter-priority, auto-multi-program AE, and full manual modes, along with Nikon's 6-segment 3D Matrix Metering for more reliable exposures in mixed lighting. The built-in speedlight covers 28mm and includes matrix balanced fill-flash, red-eye reduction, and slow sync, which is useful for quick snaps without an external flash.

At $47 in used condition, the N60 is a budget-friendly way to explore film photography with some automation and manual override. It supports focus tracking for moving subjects and long time exposures, making it more versatile than fully automatic compacts. However, it lacks the build quality and advanced features of higher-end Nikon film bodies, and its autofocus system is basic by modern standards. For shooters who want a simple, functional film camera that works with Nikon F-mount lenses and don't need pro-level durability, the N60 is a practical choice.