Nikon motor drive MD-14 grip

This genuine Nikon Electronic Motor Drive F-36 was designed specifically for the legendary Nikon F and remains one of the most important accessories in professional camera history. Nikon was among the first manufacturers to offer an electric motor drive as a standard accessory for a 35mm camera, revolutionizing news, sports, and scientific photography.

Replacing the standard camera back, the F-36 provides fully automatic film advance and shutter operation. It can achieve up to 3 frames per second with full reflex viewing and 4 frames per second with the mirror locked up, remarkable performance for its era.

The system supported standard 36-exposure film loads and formed the basis for the later F-250 high-capacity version. Remote operation by cable, intervalometer, or radio control made it particularly valuable for professional and scientific applications.

Today, the F-36 remains a highly desirable collector's item, especially when paired with its original battery pack and a motor-ready Nikon F body, representing one of the milestones in professional camera engineering.