NIKON F AND F2

These are the cameras that, in one way or another, had a significant influence on photographers and photography. Nikon legitimised the 35mm film format for working photographers, creating the first pro-level body supported by an extensive system of lenses and accessories.

While Leica gave the 35mm film format some respectability during the 1930a, '40s and '50s with its rangefinder cameras, it still wasn't really considered a serious tool for the working photographer. A few adventurous souls had adopted the 35mm rangefinder camera for its compact size and speed of use, but beyond photojournalism, the professional scene was largely dominated by rollfilm cameras – such as the twin lens reflexes (TLRS) – or large format cameras, either for the studio or the field. Prior to 1959, the 35mm SLR was primarily considered an amateur's camera and, frankly, the existing models really didn't offer the same degree of flexibility as the larger format equipment. Nikon started making 35mm cameras in 1948 (although the company's history in optics dates back to 1917) and these…

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