How to check nikon N70 SLR Film camera if working?

I don't have any idea about slr film cameras, even the digital ones, basically i don't have any ideas about slr.

I'm buying a second hand SLR N70 film camera tomorrow, what should I check? What is the battery of this camera? What is the film? Where to buy film, etc?

Help!

Added (1). Hey there i've no idea, how would i know if the shutter speed is proper?

Put in some film, take off the lens cap, take some test photos, develop and see what the outcome is…

Buying an older film camera if you are new to cameras is like buying a used car if you have never driven before and know nothing about vehicle maintenance… You either need to buy from a trusted source (like a camera shop) OR take someone with you who DOES know about cameras.

Here is the manual to the F70/N70… Http://butkus.org/chinon/nikon/nikon_f70/nikon_f70.htm It will show you how to check the battery (and which battery it needs) as well as how to load film/operate the camera/ etcetera.

The camera itself uses 35mm film (also called 135 film). Almost all stores carry it, but I prefer to get mine from the local camera shop or B&H Photo… Http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?atclk=Film+Type_35mm+Print&ci=2545&N=4287966879+4289268858

I would suggest however, that you take a photography course at a local community college to help alleviate the learning curve you will encounter.

Check the lens to see if the focus ring turns smoothly and the aperture blades are in good working order. Open the back of the camera, does the shutter fire properly at all speeds?

Standard 35mm film. Not sure about the battery, but google it. A good check would to shoot a roll of film and get it processed. But if it is cheap enough, take a gamble. Also look thru lens for scratches and fungus growth on the interior surfaces.

Shutter speeds…
To see if they accurate would require a repair person with their test gear. But you can get an idea if it "feels" right by using your eyes and ears. At 1/1000 of a second the shutter is a quick flash, then as you dial down the range of speeds it gets slower and slower, without hanging up at the slower speeds. The "B" setting is for time exposurers, it stays open as long as you hold it. Open the ba k of the camera and sight thru the lens as you test fire.

BEI is totally correct. At your current knowledge level, you really should not be buying such an item by yourself. Either take someone with you who knows what they are doing to check out the camera, or do not buy it if from an individual seller that you do not know.

Places like KEH sell used equipment, and they are very trusted and honest in their condition ratings.