Nikon F-501

Nikon F-501 (N2020)
Overview
Type35mm SLR
Lens
Lens mountNikon F-mount
Focusing
FocusTTL Phase Detection Autofocus (1 zone)
Exposure/metering
ExposureCenter-weighted
Shutter
Frame rate2.5 frame/s

The Nikon F-501 (sold in North America as the N2020) was the first successful autofocus SLR camera sold by the Nikon Corporation beginning in April, 1986. A nearly identical, albeit manual focus version, called the Nikon F-301 (N2000 in North America) was also available. Subsequent models in the consumer line included the Nikon F-401, Nikon F-601, and Nikon F-801 / F-801s.