| F-301 (N2000) | 1985 – 1987 | First Nikon with automatic film advance. Manual-focus body; foundation for Nikon’s electronic era. |
| F-501 (N2020) | 1986 – 1988 | Nikon’s first successful autofocus SLR. Screw-drive AF system introduced; early TTL metering. |
| F-401 (N4004) | 1987 – 1989 | First consumer autofocus body with built-in flash and simplified interface. Compact, lightweight design. |
| F-401s (N4004s) | 1989 – 1991 | Improved autofocus speed and metering accuracy; added spot metering. More refined control layout. |
| F-401x (N5005) | 1991 – 1994 | Final version of the F-401 line. Faster motor drive, enhanced 2-segment Matrix Metering, improved AF circuitry. Transitional model leading to the F-601. |
| F-601 (N6006) | 1990 – 1994 | Enthusiast-level body with integrated flash, DX coding, and more advanced exposure control. |
| F-801 (N8008) | 1988 – 1991 | Advanced AF, 1/8000 s shutter, early Matrix Metering — professional-grade performance in a compact form. |
| F-801s (N8008s) | 1991 – 1994 | Added spot metering and faster AF; favored by many semi-professionals. |
| F-90 (N90) | 1992 – 1994 | Semi-pro body introducing Multi-CAM900 AF and 3D Matrix Metering. Durable, weather-sealed design. |
| F-90x (N90s) | 1994 – 2001 | Faster AF, better sealing, and refined metering. A professional favorite well into the digital transition. |
| F-70 (N70) | 1994 – 1998 | Compact SLR with menu-driven LCD interface — precursor to Nikon’s later DSLR-style controls. |
| F-50 (N50) | 1994 – 1998 | Simplified, lightweight AF SLR with 3D Matrix Metering and built-in flash. |
| F-60 (N60) | 1998 – 2001 | Entry-level update with improved AF and exposure control. Commonly sold as a kit body. |
| F-100 | 1999 – 2006 | Professional-grade body below the F5. 22-sensor AF, 3D Matrix Metering, and magnesium frame — the “poor man’s F6.” |
| F-80 (N80) | 2000 – 2006 | Mid-range body sharing much of the F100’s technology. Formed the basis for the digital Nikon D100. |
| F-75 (N75) | 2003 – 2006 | Final consumer film SLR. Compact, modern design and refined 5-point AF. Represents the end of the F-XXX era. |
