35mm Nikon N6006 with AF Nikor 35-80mm f/4-5.6 D Lens
Our cameras have been tested with film, come with the battery and access to a manual!Difficulty Rating:Intermediate
Modes: Great
Best Use: Everyday Casual
Simple autofocus that's beginner-friendly
Built-in motorized film loading and advance (no crankin' required!)
Handy built-in pop-up flash
Program, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual exposure modes
Compatible with tons of affordable Nikon AF lenses
Chunky late '80s plastic body—think “dad camera” chic
Battery-dependent—don't leave home without spares
Our Two Cents
Let's get one thing clear from the start: the Nikon N6006 is never going to win a beauty pageant. But you know what? It doesn't care—it's too busy being a rock-solid, reliable everyday camera. Born at the tail end of the '80s, it's chunky, friendly, and perfectly content to make your film-shooting experience as hassle-free as possible.
Autofocus on the N6006 is straightforward and responsive enough for portraits, family gatherings, or capturing the dog in a rare moment of stillness. You’ve got the essential shooting modes—Program for when you're feeling lazy, Aperture and Shutter-priority for creative days, and full Manual if you want to go wild. The built-in motor handles film loading, advancing, and rewinding, meaning you spend less time fussing and more time shooting.
Stand-out features include:
Autofocus: Single-point autofocus that's plenty fast for casual everyday use. Sports photographers, look elsewhere.
Exposure Modes: Program (auto everything), Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual—covering all the bases from carefree snapping to deliberate creativity.
Built-in Flash: Pop-up convenience for when your indoor shots need a quick boost. No extra gear required.
Lens Compatibility: Works perfectly with Nikon AF lenses, widely available, affordable, and great quality. Just avoid newer AF-S lenses—they won’t autofocus here.
Construction: Big plastic '80s body that’s "sturdy enough"—feels comfy but not exactly pocket-sized.
Fair warning: The N6006’s battery is absolutely required. Dead batteries mean your camera instantly becomes a very stylish brick, so keep backups handy.
Bottom line? The Nikon N6006 isn’t flashy, but it’s quietly awesome. It’s the dependable old friend of film cameras—always ready, always reliable, and always up for shooting whatever life throws your way.
Take a class on how to use manual cameras (digital or film!)
Our cameras have been tested with film, come with the battery and access to a manual!Difficulty Rating:Intermediate
Modes: Great
Best Use: Everyday Casual
Simple autofocus that's beginner-friendly
Built-in motorized film loading and advance (no crankin' required!)
Handy built-in pop-up flash
Program, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual exposure modes
Compatible with tons of affordable Nikon AF lenses
Chunky late '80s plastic body—think “dad camera” chic
Battery-dependent—don't leave home without spares
Our Two Cents
Let's get one thing clear from the start: the Nikon N6006 is never going to win a beauty pageant. But you know what? It doesn't care—it's too busy being a rock-solid, reliable everyday camera. Born at the tail end of the '80s, it's chunky, friendly, and perfectly content to make your film-shooting experience as hassle-free as possible.
Autofocus on the N6006 is straightforward and responsive enough for portraits, family gatherings, or capturing the dog in a rare moment of stillness. You’ve got the essential shooting modes—Program for when you're feeling lazy, Aperture and Shutter-priority for creative days, and full Manual if you want to go wild. The built-in motor handles film loading, advancing, and rewinding, meaning you spend less time fussing and more time shooting.
Stand-out features include:
Autofocus: Single-point autofocus that's plenty fast for casual everyday use. Sports photographers, look elsewhere.
Exposure Modes: Program (auto everything), Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual—covering all the bases from carefree snapping to deliberate creativity.
Built-in Flash: Pop-up convenience for when your indoor shots need a quick boost. No extra gear required.
Lens Compatibility: Works perfectly with Nikon AF lenses, widely available, affordable, and great quality. Just avoid newer AF-S lenses—they won’t autofocus here.
Construction: Big plastic '80s body that’s "sturdy enough"—feels comfy but not exactly pocket-sized.
Fair warning: The N6006’s battery is absolutely required. Dead batteries mean your camera instantly becomes a very stylish brick, so keep backups handy.
Bottom line? The Nikon N6006 isn’t flashy, but it’s quietly awesome. It’s the dependable old friend of film cameras—always ready, always reliable, and always up for shooting whatever life throws your way.
Take a class on how to use manual cameras (digital or film!)
Our cameras have been tested with film, come with the battery and access to a manual!Difficulty Rating:Intermediate
Modes: Great
Best Use: Everyday Casual
Simple autofocus that's beginner-friendly
Built-in motorized film loading and advance (no crankin' required!)
Handy built-in pop-up flash
Program, Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual exposure modes
Compatible with tons of affordable Nikon AF lenses
Chunky late '80s plastic body—think “dad camera” chic
Battery-dependent—don't leave home without spares
Our Two Cents
Let's get one thing clear from the start: the Nikon N6006 is never going to win a beauty pageant. But you know what? It doesn't care—it's too busy being a rock-solid, reliable everyday camera. Born at the tail end of the '80s, it's chunky, friendly, and perfectly content to make your film-shooting experience as hassle-free as possible.
Autofocus on the N6006 is straightforward and responsive enough for portraits, family gatherings, or capturing the dog in a rare moment of stillness. You’ve got the essential shooting modes—Program for when you're feeling lazy, Aperture and Shutter-priority for creative days, and full Manual if you want to go wild. The built-in motor handles film loading, advancing, and rewinding, meaning you spend less time fussing and more time shooting.
Stand-out features include:
Autofocus: Single-point autofocus that's plenty fast for casual everyday use. Sports photographers, look elsewhere.
Exposure Modes: Program (auto everything), Aperture-priority, Shutter-priority, and Manual—covering all the bases from carefree snapping to deliberate creativity.
Built-in Flash: Pop-up convenience for when your indoor shots need a quick boost. No extra gear required.
Lens Compatibility: Works perfectly with Nikon AF lenses, widely available, affordable, and great quality. Just avoid newer AF-S lenses—they won’t autofocus here.
Construction: Big plastic '80s body that’s "sturdy enough"—feels comfy but not exactly pocket-sized.
Fair warning: The N6006’s battery is absolutely required. Dead batteries mean your camera instantly becomes a very stylish brick, so keep backups handy.
Bottom line? The Nikon N6006 isn’t flashy, but it’s quietly awesome. It’s the dependable old friend of film cameras—always ready, always reliable, and always up for shooting whatever life throws your way.