Ricoh 500 ST 35mm Viewfinder Film Camera with 40mm f2.8 Lens
Description:
We like the 500 ST for being a compact, honest, and very practical camera from 1980. Part of Ricoh's long-running 500 series, it carries a sharp 40mm f2.8 Rikenon lens in a slim metal body that feels solid and well made in the hand. The 40mm focal length sits naturally between a wide angle and a standard lens, making it versatile for street, travel, and everyday life. Shutter priority auto exposure lets you set the speed while the CdS meter selects the aperture, displayed as a needle in the viewfinder, and full manual override is available for complete control. The mechanical leaf shutter fires at any speed without a battery, which is a reassuring practical advantage. A self-timer, hot shoe, and 46mm filter thread round things out. A dependable and enjoyable compact that rewards straightforward, considered shooting.
Specs:
- Type: Electronic metering, mechanical shutter
- Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/500s
- Lens: Fixed 40mm f2.8 Rikenon, viewfinder with parallax correction, MFD 0.9m, 46mm filter thread
- Modes: Shutter priority auto exposure and full manual
Battery: PX675 equivalent, such as MRB675 zinc-air, for the light meter (included)
How does a camera end up here?
1. Finding cameras
The journey starts with sourcing the right gear. We get cameras from various place. Most of the time people reach out to us to sell their cameras and if they’re good we’ll bring them back to the store.
2. Thorough testing.
Each item is then tested with professional testing equipment.
Cameras are then sorted internally into 3 categories:
1. Tested and passed.
2. To refurbish.
3. For parts.
3. Refurbished and cleaned
Here comes the most important step. After being tested each camera is cleaned and refurbished by our team of skilled technicians.
This goes from the compulsory light-seal change to the full CLA and electronic repair.
We want to make sure your camera to function as new.
4. Ready for a new home! With a warranty of course.
We then sell these beautifully restored cameras to you, but just to be 100% certain we also give you:
- A 6 months warranty certificate.
- 14 days no questions asked return policy.
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