Not strictly accurate and an oversimplification , the third and final version of the F1the F1-N has a part mechanical part electronic hybrid shutter even if the battery fails speeds from 1/125 sec. to 2000 sec. 1/90 sec (the flash sync speed) and B will work because they are mechanical, only the slow speeds from 1/60 sec. to 8 seconds are electronic and need battery power. http://www.mir.com.my/rb/photography/hardwares/manuals/canonnewf1manual/htm/exposure.html#Shutter.Steve, if it is one of the first two versions, then it's mechanical. If it's the third version, it's electronic. Great cameras, all of them. You'll also want the 35mm f/2 breech lock lens with the concave front element; look for one where the elements look yellowed, it's perfect for B&W photography.
I have one myself, a great camera. Get it, can't go wrong.
Jeff
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