Ricoh KR-5 35mm SLR film camera with 55mm f2.2 lens
Description:
The Ricoh KR-5 is a great first film camera if you want to learn photography the proper way. It strips everything back to the essentials, shutter speed and aperture, which means you will come away with a real understanding of how a photograph is made. Think of it as the no-nonsense alternative to cameras like the Canon AE-1 or the Pentax K1000, solid, reliable, and built to last. It is a fully manual camera, so there are no automatic modes to rely on, which is exactly what makes it such a good teacher. The K-mount lens system also means you have access to a wide range of compatible lenses if you ever want to expand your kit later on.
Specs:
- Type: Mechanical SLR (battery required for light meter only)
- Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/500th of a second
- Lens: Pentax K-mount, 55mm f2.2
- Modes: Fully manual
Battery: No batteries required, fully mechanical
Due to the age of this camera and the nature of old light meters we can't guarantee that the light meter still works. This isn't an issue as the camera will function perfectly without batteries. To meter a scene before taking a picture we recommend using an external light-meter or for you to take our online course that will teach you how to use a film camera without the use of any external tools.
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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