Yashica FX-3 35mm SLR film camera with 28mm f2.8 lens
Description:
The Yashica FX-3 is one of the best entry points into 35mm film photography, and here's why. It is a fully mechanical camera, which means it will keep working reliably for decades, no matter what. The body is compact and light for an SLR, so it is comfortable to carry all day. What really sets this camera apart is its lens mount. The FX-3 uses the Contax/Yashica (C/Y) mount, the same mount used on Contax cameras and their celebrated Carl Zeiss lenses. This means that as you grow as a photographer, you can access some of the finest optics ever made. Paired here with a 28mm f2.8 lens, you get a wide field of view that is great for street photography, architecture, travel, and everyday life. Think of it as a Pentax K1000 or a Nikon FM, but with access to a much more exciting lens ecosystem. Fully manual, simple to learn, and built to last.
Specs:
- Type: Fully mechanical
- Maximum Shutter Speed: 1/1000s
- Lens: Contax/Yashica (C/Y) mount, 28mm f2.8
- Modes: Fully manual, no automatic modes
Battery: No battery required as 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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