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Nikon FG s/n 8853608
Nikon E-series 75-150mm/3.5 s/n 1808763
Nikon FG was introduced 4 years after super compact Nikon EM in 1979. There were many innovation and sophisticated improvement incorporated within the identical size camera body. It was Nikon's first multimode AE camera. Unlike the only black body EM, it came with two choices of either black or chrome. You can just use the shutter speed dial to easily distinguish differences between the EM and the FG. In comparison, the Nikon EM was a simple automatic exposure SLR camera with only a sole aperture priority AE mode, a mechanical shutter speed of M90 and a bulb mode to spare in case of battery failure. There was no manual exposure control and exposure compensation was only via a fixed 2 stops exposure compensation button. The introduction of Nikon FG was timely fitted into the slot where seasoned photographers who migrated from the EM may demand a greater degree of control especially in a more flexible exposure control. It was also the first Nikon camera that provides a Programmed Auto mode which amazingly require only a minimum specification of an AI-spec lens to enjoy such benefit. So, we have a compact camera body almost identical to the size of the EM, but now offering three different exposure modes, a few options in mechanical backup operation and came with its own made-for-the-FG accessories. But most of all, it also allows you to tab into the huge Nikon system of lenses, accessories and specialized equipment. Although I don't regard these very well made compact bodies are all Nikon Classics, but it has its own charm and product characteristic and still deserve a good look if you are considering a used body. In fact, other than it doesn't stand against the built quality of the mechanical or electronic bodies of the late '70 or early eighties like the Nikkormat, FE/FE2/FM/FM2(n)/FA, but still it can measure well against many current AF entry models. On a price versus performance ratio, the used units in the secondary market shouldn't be expensive and it is very logical to put them in your consideration if you are looking for a second camera body or replacement unit.
