Konica Auto S3 35mm Rangefinder film camera with 38mm f1.8 lens
Description:
The Konica Auto S3 is one of the finest compact rangefinders ever made, and its reputation comes down to one thing above all else: the lens. The 38mm f1.8 Hexanon was praised by Modern Photography as one of the best semi-wide angle lenses of its speed they had ever tested, and it shows in every frame. Sharp, detailed, and fast enough to shoot in low light without worry, this lens punches well above its weight. The camera itself is small enough to slip into a jacket pocket, making it a brilliant everyday companion, whether you are walking around a city, travelling, or shooting portraits with beautiful background blur. The shutter priority mode keeps things simple: you pick your shutter speed and the camera handles the rest, so it is a great choice if you are new to rangefinders but want something with real photographic potential. If you have been looking at cameras like the Canon Canonet GIII QL17 or the Olympus 35 RC, the Auto S3 belongs in that same conversation, and many would say it sits at the top of it.
Specs:
- Type: Electronic
- Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/500
- Lens: Fixed mount, 38mm f1.8 Hexanon
- Modes: Shutter priority auto exposure with exposure lock
Battery: LR44 / SR44 (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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