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A great choice for getting into film photography for the first time The Canon AV-1 is a lovely automatic film camera from the 1970s. It has automatic exposure - just select the lens aperture, focus the lens and click the shutter.This makes it very easy to use, while also giving you control over aperture which is great for portraits where a wide aperture will give you a nice blurred background ('bokeh'). We have put together a lovely gift set consisting of: 1 x Canon AV-1 camera. Tested and in full working order Camera strap Batteries 1 roll of Kodak film A choice of lenses: 50mm 'standard' lens 35-70mm zoom (spans from wide-angle to portrait) The AV-1 has a 'B' shutter setting which you can use for long exposure night photos, plus a self-timer. This camera comes with a choice of either an original Canon 35-70mm zoom lens - nice and flexible for a variety of situations, or a Canon 50mm standard lens.- Compatible with all Canon FD lenses. - Aperture-priority auto exposure mode - Shutter speeds from 1/1000 sec to 2s, B.- Viewfinder information:- Battery check- Shutter speed- Self-timer- Takes all 35mm film- Takes a regular 4LR44 battery (included)Condition- Tested and in full working order- Supplied with batteries and lens cap- Lens is lovely and clear with no mould or scratches- Body in very good condition  

We have put together a lovely gift set that includes: Minolta Capios 25 camera- tested and in full working order Soft leatherette case with magnetic clasp (colours may vary) 1 roll of Kodak film Camera battery The camera has an LCD screen on top displaying the film counter, flash mode and battery status. Automatically loads the film, and winds / rewinds. It also has a 28-70mm zoom lens. It does everything that you need. Features: Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash Self-timer Works with standard 35mm film LCD display  Takes a CR123A battery (included) Great for beginners Condition: In full working order. Body and lens in good condition.  

A very special compact camera with fully automatic operation. This was actually the first camera Canon ever made with a built-in flash. It is also unusual in that it also has the rangefinder focusing system too (virtually no other rangefinders have a flash). Take a look at the gallery for example photos we took with a Datelux. We have put together a lovely gift set consisting of: Canon Datelux - fully tested Soft bag with strap Lens Cap User manual Batteries 1 roll of Kodak film Feels really great to hold - far better build quality than later (more plastic) cameras. Very easy to use and with a lovely 40mm lens. Just turn the lens to focus and press the shutter button.  Comes with a reprint of the original instruction manual. If light is too low then the shutter will not fire, which reminds you to use the pop-up flash. Takes regular 35mm film. Has a self-timer, and can also imprint the year / month / day on photos if required. All functions tested: - Lovely clear viewfinder, with slick focusing action - Flash snaps up smoothly and charges quickly / fires strongly - Film winder works perfectly   - Lens clear of any dirt / scratches   In excellent condition with just a few signs of use. 

One of the smallest and lightest SLR cameras yet has a fully metal body, large bright viewfinder and simple controls for automatic / manual operation. Reasons why your parents probably owned one ! We have put together a lovely gift set consisting of: 1 x Pentax ME-Super camera. Tested and in full working order Camera strap Batteries 1 roll of Kodak film A choice of lenses: 50mm 'standard' lens 40-80mm zoom (spans from standard to portrait) 35-70mm zoom (spans from wide angle to portrait) 28-50mm zoom (spans from very wide angle to standard) The ME-Super is the all-rounder member of the Pentax ‘M’ series of SLRs (which also includes the ME, MX). All three share the same lightweight and ultra-compact chassis, showcasing great build quality and lovely to use controls. The ME-Super has both automatic (aperture-priority) and manual exposure modes to cope with a wide range of situations. You can use it in Automatic mode and just snap away, or use Manual mode for more creativity as you get more into photography.  Specifications Shutter speeds from 1/2000 – 4s Simple film loading with ‘film loaded’ confirmation window Aperture priority automatic / manual exposure modes LED viewfinder display: Shutter speed Exposure compensation Over / Under exposure Flash ready indicator Original Pentax 40-80mm zoom lens  Takes 2x LR44 batteries (supplied)

The A-1 was the top of the range of 'A' cameras introduced by Canon in 1976 (that also includes the AE-1 and AE-1 Program). This kit features the Canon A-1 camera with a choice of lenses and includes: Canon A-1 camera with choice of lenses. Tested and in full working order. Canvas bag with strap Camera cleaning kit including blower for removing dust 1 roll of film Camera battery Strap Notebook and pen The Canon A-1 is an awesome camera that does everything that the Canon AE-1 / AE-1 Program does, but has a full set of exposure modes for extra creativity: Full program automatic (just focus the lens and shoot !) Full manual Shutter Priority Aperture Priority It also has a superb viewfinder LED display that shows your Shutter Speed and Aperture settings, so you know exactly what is going on. It does all of this cleverly using controls that are extremely clear and easy to operate. It is a beautiful camera to use. All Canon A-1s are in black. Features: Compatible with all Canon FD lenses.  Program / Aperture priority / Shutter priority autoamtic Manual exposure mode Multiple-exposure lever Shutter speeds from 1/1000 sec to 30s, B. Self-timer (2 seconds and 10 seconds) Takes all 35mm film Takes a regular 1 x 4LR44 battery Weight: 620g Condition:  Body in great condition. Light seals have been replaced. Lenses are in excellent condition - clear with with no marks / scratches / mould. We also stock a selection of Canon lenses for this camera - click HERE to view and expand your system !

We know that getting into the world of film photography can be a big step, so we have put together a lovely kit to get you started.It has all you need to head out and take film photos, but importantly helps you to take care of your new camera.The kit features the compact but highly capable Minolta HiMatic E rangefinder camera.The camera is fully automatic - just focus and shoot. Really great for beginners or those who want minimal effort. It has a legendary lens (checkout the reviews on the web) for superb photos, and with electronic exposure control can cope with a broad range of lighting conditions.The cameras are all in excellent condition with just a few signs of usage, and come professionally tested and in full working order.The kit includes:- Minolta HiMatic E rangefinder camera- Soft padded bag- 35mm film- Batteries- StrapEverything you need for an enjoyable photography trip !

We love this camera ! A very compact and simple to use point-and-shoot camera. Great for beginners, but capable of excellent results.  We have put together a lovely gift set that includes: Pentax Espio 140M camera - tested and in full working order Soft leatherette case with magnetic clasp (colours may vary) 1 roll of Kodak film Camera battery See the gallery for some great example photos we shot with an Espio 140M. The camera has an LCD screen on top displaying the film counter, flash mode and battery status. Automatically loads the film, and winds / rewinds. It also has multi-point autofocus for greater focusing accuracy, and a powerful 38-140mm zoom lens. It does everything that you need. Features: Autofocus / auto film loading / auto film wind and rewind Built-in flash Self-timer Works with standard 35mm film LCD display  Takes a CR123A battery (included) Great for beginners Condition: In full working order. Body and lens in good condition.  

We know that getting into the world of film photography can be a big step, so we have put together a lovely kit to get you started.It has all you need to head out and take film photos, but importantly helps you to take care of your new camera.The kit features the excellent Nikon F60 autofocus camera. This is a very easy to use SLR camera, lighter to carry than many others and a little more compact. It comes with an autofocus zoom lens, that spans from wide angle to portrait, so handy for a great many situations. It has a fully-automatic 'Program' mode where all you need to do is point it and press the shutter button for great results. It also has a pop-up flash. The camera is in excellent condition, with no major marks, and comes professionally tested and in full working order. There are a few minor signs of use as expected, and it is normal to have a little dust. The lens has been cleaned and is excellent condition.The kit includes:- Nikon F60 autofocus SLR- Tamron 28-70mm zoom lens (wide angle to portrait range)- Canvas bag with strap - Lens cleaning brush- Lens cleaning cloth- High-power blower for removing dust- 35mm film- Camera battery- Camera Strap- Notebook and penEverything you need for an enjoyable photography trip !

A lovely original Canon T70 kit with camera body, 2 zoom lenses and flash. Introduced in 1984, the T70 has an onboard computer and a good set of features. It has motorized film winding and rewind, and Program Auto, Shutter Priority and Manual Exposure modes (comparable to the Canon AE-1 Program). It has a simple but very clear viewfinder display that tells you which mode you are using, plus the aperture that the camera is selecting. In Program Auto mode, you simply need to focus the lens and click the shutter. In Shutter Priority mode, you can select your chosen shutter speed using the up/down buttons on top of the camera, and the camera will automatically select the correct aperture to give perfect exposure. This kit includes: Canon T70 (in perfect working order) Original 1980s camera strap 35-70mm Canon zoom lens 75-200mm Canon zoom lens Canon 277T automatic flash  Soft camera bag with strap 1 roll of film Batteries for camera and flash. The camera is clever in offering two metering modes: Average metering (good for most situations) measures the light across the whole frame. Partial metering measures the light in the centre only which is great for tricky situations such as backlit subjects or deep shadow. The camera runs 2 x AA batteries, so no fancy Lithium cells needed here ! Everything is in excellent condition and full working order. 

A set like this doesn't come along often ! The Pentax Spotmatic was the forerunner to the legendary Pentax K1000 and is an excellent camera for those keen to learn film photography. This example comes with the following lenses: 55mm f/1.8 Super-Takumar: standard lens 28mm f/3.5 Super-Multi-Coated Takumar: wide-angle lens 135mm f/3.5 Super-Multi-Coated Takumar: telephoto lens It also has the original leather camera case. The camera operates in full manual mode, with the built-in light meter. The viewfinder has a needle that shows if you are over or underexposed. Just turn the shutter or aperture rings until the needle is in the central position for perfect exposure. Has very clear and simple controls, so you can focus on composing the image. Very easy to shoot with and will really help you to learn about the fundamentals of photography. Condition Very good condition all round - no major marks or scratches. Beautiful clear viewfinder with only a little dust Lens are all in very good condition. All functions are working correctly including the light meter  

We know that getting into the world of film photography can be a big step, so we have put together a lovely kit to get you started.It has all you need to head out and take film photos, but importantly helps you to take care of your new camera.The kit features the legendary Canon AE-1 SLR film camera (in either silver or black) with 50mm lens, which is often recognised as one of the best cameras for people beginning a proper trip into the exciting world of photography.The cameras are all in very good condition with no major marks, and come tested and in full working order. They will have minor signs of use as expected, and it is normal to have a little dust. The lens has been cleaned and is great condition.The kit includes:- Canon AE-1 camera with 50mm lens. Tested and in full working order.- Canvas bag with strap- Lens cleaning brush- Lens cleaning cloth- High-power blower for removing dust- 35mm film- Camera battery- Strap- Notebook and penEverything you need for an enjoyable photography trip !We can also offer this kit with any other film cameras we stock - please contact us if you have a specific requirement.

A rare opportunity to get hold of a full Canon AE-1 camera set with original Canon bag. The set consists of: Canon AE-1 camera (we generally have both Silver and Black available so let us know if you have a preference) Canon 50mm f/1.8 lens Canon Speedlite 177A flash Canon 70-150mm telephoto zoom lens Original 1980s Canon camera bag This type of set doesn't come up often, so act quickly to get a slice of photographic history !

We know that getting into the world of film photography can be a big step, so we have put together a lovely kit to get you started.It has all you need to head out and take film photos, but importantly helps you to take care of your new camera. This camera comes with a zoom lens that spans from wide-angle to portrait. Useful for many general situations.The kit features the excellent Nikon F401 autofocus camera, in great condition, with no major marks, and professionally tested and in full working order. Some minor signs of use as expected, and it is normal to have a little dust. The lens has been cleaned and is very good condition. The F401 has main controls via nice clear dials on the top of the body making this camera extremely easy to use.It has a great handgrip which really helps with one-handed use. The kit includes:- Nikon F401 autofocus SLR- Nikon 35-70mm zoom lens. - Canvas bag with strap - Lens cleaning brush- Lens cleaning cloth- High-power blower for removing dust- 35mm film- Camera battery- Camera Strap- Notebook and penEverything you need for an enjoyable photography trip !

A complete Super-8 ready to get you started ! This kit includes: A Canon 318M Super-8 camera: film tested and in full working order Carry bag The Classic Cameras guide to Super-8 (packed with useful information to learn about your camera and Super-8 movie making) Reprint of original camera user guide 1 roll of Super-8 film Batteries The Canon 318M Super-8 cine camera is a lovely compact camera that regular Super-8 film (widely available) and takes awesome retro-style videos. For more info see https://global.canon/en/c-museum/product/cine283.html. Takes 3x AA batteries, and the battery chamber is nice and clean with no corrosion. Camera has been fully tested and all functions are working correctly.  Has a folding hand grip (that holds the batteries) that folds up when not in use for easier portability. Controls are very clear and simple and the specifications include: Power zoom (10 - 30mm)  f1.8 lens Automatic exposure 18 frames per second  Macro setting for close-ups Film remaining indicator on the side of the camera Takes ASA 25-100 daylight film, and 40-160 tungsten Manual daylight / tungsten filter control Takes 3 x AA batteries. Condition  Body in good condition with a few scratches / scuffs from use In full working order. Clear lens and viewfinder.

We know that getting into the world of film photography can be a big step, so we have put together a lovely kit to get you started.It has all you need to head out and take film photos, but importantly helps you to take care of your new camera.The kit features the excellent Nikon F50 autofocus camera. This is a very easy to use SLR camera, lighter to carry than many others and a little more compact. It comes with an autofocus zoom lens, that spans from wide angle to portrait, so handy for a great many situations. It has a fully-automatic 'Program' mode where all you need to do is point it and press the shutter button for great results. It also has a pop-up flash. The camera is in excellent condition, with no major marks, and comes professionally tested and in full working order. There are a few minor signs of use as expected, and it is normal to have a little dust. The lens has been cleaned and is excellent condition.The kit includes:- Nikon F50 autofocus SLR- Sigma 55-200mm zoom lens (normal to telephoto range)- Canvas bag with strap - Lens cleaning brush- Lens cleaning cloth- High-power blower for removing dust- 35mm film- Camera battery- Camera Strap- Notebook and penEverything you need for an enjoyable photography trip !