Nikonos Repair & Service
NIKONOS REPAIR & SERVICE
Specialized repair, servicing and restoration of Nikon Nikonos cameras and accessories.
WHY NIKONOS?
My work with Nikonos cameras started through photography. After years of using these cameras in and around the water, I became increasingly interested in their mechanical design, maintenance and repair.
Today, I combine my experience as a photographer and Nikonos user with hands-on repair work, with the goal of keeping these unique cameras in use for years to come
FEATURED: NIKONOS & PHOTOGRAPHY
Read my interview about Nikonos cameras, underwater photography and my work with these unique cameras.
Full service & uW pressure test
From 185€
Regular maintenance is essential to keep a Nikonos reliable and safe to use underwater.
A full service includes:
– Inspection of the camera’s mechanical systems
– Cleaning of O-ring grooves and sealing surfaces
– Inspection and replacement of O-rings when required*
– Cleaning and lubrication of moving parts
– Shutter and aperture inspection
– Film transport and advance mechanism inspection
– Functional testing
– Waterproof / pressure testing**
Waterproofing
The underwater pressure test verifies the camera’s watertightness at the time of testing, before the camera is returned to the customer.
Continued watertightness depends on the proper care and regular visual inspection of the O-rings and sealing surfaces of the battery compartment, rear cover and lens before each underwater use.
*O-ring replacement
Full replacement of the O-rings is available for an additional €30.
O-rings are inspected during every service. Replacement is recommended when they show signs of ageing, damage or loss of elasticity.
**A pressure test does not replace the user’s pre-dive inspection and maintenance of the camera’s sealing components.
Mechanical Repair
From €150
Diagnosis and repair of mechanical faults, including:
– Shutter and release mechanisms
– Stuck or irregular aperture mechanisms
– Film advance and transport issues
– Mechanical adjustments
– Corrosion and oxidation
– Damaged or worn components
– Selected electrical faults, depending on the model and availability of parts
Service discount when repair is required
If a mechanical repair is carried out, the Full Service & UW Pressure Test is available for €110 instead of €185.
This reduced rate applies when the full service is performed as part of the same repair.
Original Nikon spare parts (new)
Where available, repairs are carried out using genuine Nikon spare parts from my limited stock. Due to the age and rarity of the Nikonos system, availability of specific parts cannot always be guaranteed.
NIKONOS CAMERAS & ACCESSORIES
I specialize in the Nikon Nikonos system, with a particular focus on the Nikonos III, IV-A and V.
I also service selected Nikonos lenses, flashes and accessories depending on their condition, availability of parts and the nature of the repair
WATERPROOFING & PRESSURE TESTING
A Nikonos is designed to work underwater, but its waterproof integrity depends on the condition of its seals, O-rings and sealing surfaces.
During servicing, these critical areas are carefully inspected and maintained.
Pressure testing is available to verify the camera’s waterproof integrity after servicing, when applicable.
CAMERAS
Nikonos III · Nikonos IV-A · Nikonos V
LENSES & ACCESSORIES
Nikkor underwater lenses · SB-series flashes · extension rings · viewfinders · other Nikonos accessories
HOW THE REPAIR PROCESS WORKS
01 — Contact
Complete the repair form and describe the camera, its condition and the issue*
02 — Shipping
Carefully package your equipment and send it to the workshop.
03 — Inspection
Once received, the camera is inspected and diagnosed.
04 — Estimate
You receive a repair estimate before any paid work begins**
05 — Repair
Once approved, the repair or service is carried out.
06 — Testing
The camera is tested before being returned.
07 — Return
Your equipment is carefully packed and shipped with tracking.
Estimate
You will normally receive your repair estimate within 6 business days after the camera has been received.
No repair work beyond the approved service will be carried out without your agreement.
Complex repairs, extensive corrosion or parts sourcing may require additional time.
NEED YOUR NIKONOS SERVICED?
Tell me about your camera and the work you would like to have done.
* The shipping address will be provided in the agreement form.
**The repair estimate is free of charge
WARRANTY
All repair work is covered by a 6-month workmanship warranty.
If the same issue occurs again during this period, please contact me so the camera can be assessed and the original repair can be addressed.
SHIPPING
Please package your camera carefully using sufficient protection and a sturdy box.
I strongly recommend using a tracked shipping service and appropriate insurance for valuable equipment.
Return shipping costs depend on the destination, package size, weight and insurance requirements.
Specialized in Nikonos cameras