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One of the finest cameras of the era. 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. It builds on the other models by providing a full range of exposure modes including: Full manual Full program auto Shutter Priority Aperture Priority It does this cleverly using controls that are extremely clear and easy to operate. It is a beautiful camera to use. Compared to other models in the 'A' range it has a huge range of shutter speeds (from 30 seconds to 1/1000) and a full LED digital display of shutter speed and aperture in the viewfinder. This camera is available with a choice of lenses, or as body only. All Canon A-1s are in black. Features: Compatible with all Canon FD lenses.  Shutter-priority auto exposure mode  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. Lens 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 !

The Canon AE-1 Program was released as the successor to the wildly successful Canon AE-1. In addition to the capabilities of the AE-1, it also has the additional 'Program' exposure mode, whereby the camera selects both the shutter speed and the aperture, to fully automate exposure. It also has a very nice handgrip on the side (which can be removed when an auto-winder is attached). Comes with an option of Canon lenses: 50mm f/1.8, 50mm f/1.4, 35-70mm zoom and is in great condition.  Note that we often have both Silver and Black versions in stock.  This camera is also available as a kit, with camera back, cleaning kit, film, notebook and camera strap. Makes an excellent gift. We also stock a book: 'Learn Film Photography with the Canon AE-1 Program'. Check it out here. Great for learning about photography using this camera. Features: Compatible with all Canon FD lenses.  Shutter-priority auto exposure mode  Manual exposure mode Programmed auto exposure mode Shutter speeds from 1/1000 sec to 2s, B. Viewfinder information: Battery check Aperture Manual / Program mode indicator Over / Under exposure warning  Self-timer Takes all 35mm film Takes a regular 1 x 4LR44 battery Weight: 590g Condition:  Body in excellent condition. Light seals have been replaced. Lens 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 !

A groundbreaking camera that showcased Canon’s first use of computerization to control camera functions. Excellent functionality combined with ease of use. 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. We also stock the original flash units that Canon designed specifically for this camera. Click here to view. To the left the camera has a slide switch that turns on the power and selects the metering mode / self timer 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 ! In very good condition. 

One of the easiest SLR cameras to use - simple controls and automatic operation. Introduced in 1983, the T50 is aimed at simplicity. It has motorized film winding with easy film loading, and operates in Program Automatic mode. This means that the camera sets both the shutter speed and aperture, so all you need to do is focus the lens and shoot. The controls on the top are minimal, so it is hard to get things wrong, and the zoom lens lets you get closer to the action. We also stock the original flash units that Canon designed specifically for this camera. Click here to view. The camera runs on 2 x AA batteries, and is an excellent starter for people getting into film photography. Camera and lens both in excellent condition, and full working order. 

This is a nice example of the fully automatic Nikon EM SLR. It has aperture-priority automatic, so is extremely easy for beginners to enter the world of quality film photography. This is available as camera + lens only, or with a full kit including bag, film, cleaning kit and strap.In very good condition, with no major marks / scratches, and just a little dust in the viewfinder. This camera comes equipped with an original Nikon 43-86mm f/3.3 zoom lens (or is available as body only). This ranges from normal (43mm) to portrait (86mm) and is a useful lens for capturing a wide range of subjects.  Compatible with the massive range of high quality lenses in the Nikon range.In full working order. Comes complete with lens cap and batteries. We also stock a selection of Nikon lenses for this camera - click HERE to view and expand your system !

One of the most desirable cameras ever made – the T90 is a head-turner. With it’s beautiful curved body, staggering capabilities, and lovely layout the Canon T90 has it all. The pinnacle of cameras prior to the introduction of autofocus, it crams almost any feature you could need, while still retaining a very logical and simple control layout. The viewfinder combines the bright LED readout of aperture and shutter speed, with LCD indicator of over / under exposure. Ergonomically it is a joy to hold with integrated hand grip and tactile rubber surface. We won't even attempt to list it's capabilities (we would run out of space).Comes complete with a Canon New FD 50mm f/1.8 lens (or you can select a 35-70mm zoom as an option).Condition• Body in good condition – minor marks. Some fading of the bottom surface.• Viewfinder is very clear and pristine – no marks virtually no dust• All functions working perfectly with shutter and motor drive fully functional• Shutter blades are very clean

This is a really stylish and slimline camera from Konica. It was actually a world first - the first SLR camera to have a motorised film drive. It was released in 1979. Highlights: Shutter speeds of 2s - 1/1000s + B. Manual exposure, and shutter-priority automatic Takes 4 x AA batteries Comes with an original Konica 40mm f/1.8 slim 'pancake' lens In full working order.

The Pen-F range is a unique set of 3 half-frame SLR cameras produced by Olympus between 1963 and 1970. This example is the Pen F, on sale from 1963-66. All models have interchangeable lenses with a huge range of lenses that were originally available. This camera has manual exposure control, with shutter speeds from 1/500s - 1s + B. Olympus also sold a light meter that attached to the front of the camera. This example comes with a 38mm f/1.8 original lens. Condition Body in excellent condition with no dents and no significant marks Leatherette in very good condition with no cuts or tears A little dust visible in the viewfinder All shutter speeds accurate In full working order

One of the most stylish SLRs ever made, the Canon F-1 is a beautiful camera to use. It was in production for a full 10 years from 1971 until 1981, underlining its status as one of the key professional cameras of the era. It operates in full manual mode, with the built-in light meter. The viewfinder has the match needle system, but also displays the selected shutter speed.  It has a lovely slick wind / shutter release action, and can operate without batteries (only the meter uses battery power). Has a removable prism, and many different focusing screens available along with a huge range of professional accessories. The camera operates fully mechanically, and only uses the battery for the light meter. The F-1 is fairly sensitive to battery voltage so we recommend using either a Wein Cell or a 1.35v battery adaptor for meter accuracy. Supplied with f/1.4 50mm lens, or as body only. Condition Overall excellent condition Very small dent on the top of the prism cover Has Type-A focusing screen in very good conditoin   All functions are working correctly including all shutter speeds and light meter.

One of the most advanced manual focus SLRs made by Nikon and this camera represented a milestone - it was the first to introduce computer-controlled matrix metering, Up to this point all SLRs had basic metering with one (or two) light cells covering the field of view. The FA splits the field of view into 5 areas and meters each one separately. The camera then compares these readings with a set of scenarios to intelligently compute the best exposure. As a result it won the coveted 'European Camera of the Year' award in 1984. It also offers advanced TTL (through-the-lens) flash metering with the SB-16 / SB-30 / SB-23 / SB-22 range of flash guns. It shares the same titanium shutter as the Nikon FE2 and has a top shutter speed of 1/4000s, with a flash synchronisation speed of 1/250s. It has Manual, Program, Aperture Priority and Shutter Priority exposure modes. The metering system requires a slightly longer prism than previous Nikons, and coupled with the little LCD display window on the front of the prism this makes it both beautiful and distinctive. Condition Body in very good condition - very few marks or scuffs Focusing screen in very good condition Viewfinder LCD display is a little faint  In full working order and with original hand grip Supplied with 2 x SR44 batteries. Available as body only.

A nice example of the Olympus OM-2 S/P film SLR, which is a great step up from the OM-1.  On the outside it looks like a very similar camera, however the OM-2 adds automatic exposure control (shutter priority) and Program Mode to the all-manual control on the OM-1.  Has a viewfinder LCD display showing shutter speed and + / - marks to indicate over / exposure in manual mode. This camera is available as body only.  Condition Body in gerally good condition with some scuffs from usage. All functions are working correctly including the light meter and all shutter speeds LCD viewfinder display is rather faint.  

A nice example of the Nikon FE film SLR. Comes optionally with an original 36-72 f/3.5 zoom AI zoom lens. The FE has aperture-priority automatic, in addition to full manual exposure modes and superb build quality. Great for learning the fundamentals of photography while also having automation to capture those fleeting moments. Compatible with the massive range of high quality lenses in the Nikon range. Condition Camera body in very good condition and full working order.  Some minor wear to the top corners of the camera, but no dents. Automatic metering working accurately and all shutter speeds correct. Lens is clear, with a few very small marks to the front coating, but no impact on picture quality. Available with the lens, or as body only

The original leather case for the Olympus Pen F camera. In good condition with a little wear to the edges.

Original leather case for Nikkormat SLRs.

One of the most stylish SLRs ever made, the Canon F-1 is a beautiful camera to use. It was in production for a full 10 years from 1971 until 1981, underlining its status as one of the key professional cameras of the era. It operates in full manual mode, with the built-in light meter. The viewfinder has the match needle system, but also displays the selected shutter speed.  It has a lovely slick wind / shutter release action, and can operate without batteries (only the meter uses battery power). Has a removable prism, and many different focusing screens available along with a huge range of professional accessories. The camera operates fully mechanically, and only uses the battery for the light meter. The F-1 is fairly sensitive to battery voltage so we recommend using either a Wein Cell or a 1.35v battery adaptor for meter accuracy. Supplied as body only. Condition Very good condition with no dents Focusing screen has a little light dust but no marks or damage.   All functions are working correctly including all shutter speeds and light meter.

A superb camera for serious students, the Nikon FG-20 EM SLR has both automatic and manual exposure modes. Easy to use, but with exellent capabilities for expanding your photography knowledge.  In very good condition, with no major marks / scratches, and just a little dust in the viewfinder. Compatible with the massive range of high quality lenses in the Nikon range - contact us if you would like to also purchase a lens with the camera.In full working order. Comes complete with body cap and batteries. We also stock a selection of Nikon lenses for this camera - click HERE to view and expand your system !

A lovely fully mechanical camera from 1977. This camera has a shutter speed range of 1s - 1/1000s, all operating without the need for a battery. The only camera function requiring power is the meter. Lovely clear viewfinder display, with the shutter speed to the left, the aperture at the top, and the meter (+ / - exposure indication) on the right. Condition Body in good condition with a couple of small dents on the rear. Focusing screen in very good condition In full working order Supplied with 2 x SR44 batteries. Available as body only.

Small, light, automatic and stylish. One of the easiest SLR cameras to use – perfect for any occasion. The Pentax ME is the easiest to use member of the Pentax ‘M’ series of SLRs (which also includes the ME-Super, MX). All three share the same lightweight and ultra-compact chassis, showcasing great build quality and lovely to use controls. The ME has automatic (aperture-priority) exposure, so is quick and easy to shoot with. You choose the lens aperture (which gives you control of depth-of-field) and the camera automatically sets the correct shutter speed. The clear LED display lets you know the shutter speed warns you of over / under exposure if needed. Pentax put some thought into making film loading easy too – when loading film the camera has a special spool with many slots so it is faster more reliable to load film correctly. There is also a little window on the back of the camera with a striped flag that moves when you wind film on to confirm that film is indeed loaded correctly. Simple, yet very useful. The viewfinder is a joy to use – big, clear and bright. Available with either a silver or black body. Pentax also released a separate flash to go with the ME: the AF200S (we generally have these in stock). This offers auto flash exposure and is a great accessory to have. Specifications Shutter speeds from 1/2000 – 4s Simple film loading with ‘film loaded’ confirmation window Aperture priority automatic exposure LED viewfinder display: Shutter speed Exposure compensation Over / Under exposure Takes 2x LR44 batteries (supplied)  Condition Body in very good condition with a few light scratches from use Viewfinder is bright and clear Clear / clean 50mm lens (f/1.7) Fully tested with all functions in working order including shutter / film winding / meter

A small, stylish automatic camera - easy to use and compatible with a huge range of lenses for any occasion. With a sleek and compact design the OM-10 is easy to carry and handle, so you can be ready to capture moment from landscapes, portraits, sports to street photography. It has aperture priority automatic exposure control which automatically adjusts the shutter speed based on your selected aperture, making it very easy to use for beginners while also providing control for more advanced shooting. This specific camera comes with an original Olympus 35-70mm zoom lens. The lens ranges from 35mm (wide angle) to 70mm (portrait) so is ready for a wide variety of situations. We also stock a selection of Olympus lenses for this camera - click HERE to view and expand your system ! Camera Specifications Shutter: Electronically controlled focal-plane Shutter speed: 1-1/1000 seconds + B Film sensitivity range: ISO 25-1600 Lens Mount: Olympus OM mount Battery: 2 x LR44 Condition Thoroughly tested and in full working order Body clear of any significant marks apart from a few scuffs Clear viewfinder Lens in excellent condition Supplied complete with lens cap, batteries.

This is a lovely example of the Nikon F3 HP film SLR which was the most popular professional SLR Nikon ever made. While production started in 1980, it continued until 2001 due to the demand for the legendary build quality of this camera. The HP finder gives extra eye relief compared to the standard F3 finder and is also very good for users wearing glasses. Fitted with a Type J focusing screen.    Condition Body - excellent condition with no dents. Some usage wear of the paint at the bottom. HP Prism - very clear with no major optical marks. Small dent on the right casing. Viewfinder + LCD display - clean, clear and in very good condition with just a little dust. In full working order.