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Mamiya -35 Model II Analogue camera
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Mamiya -35 Model II Analogue camera

Step back in time with this authentic Vintage Mamiya-35 Rangefinder Camera. A true icon of late 1950s Japanese precision, this camera represents the era when Mamiya established itself as a top-tier manufacturer of high-quality 35mm equipment. The Mamiya-35 series is celebrated for its tank-like build quality and exceptional optics, rivaling the best European cameras of the time. It is a perfect find for collectors, enthusiasts, or as a sophisticated mechanical display piece. Key Benefits Optical Excellence: Equipped with a fast Mamiya-Sekor lens, renowned for its sharp rendering and high-quality Japanese glass. Robust Engineering: Features a solid, all-metal construction that offers a substantial and professional feel in the hand. Collector's Item: An early model from the Mamiya-35 range, showcasing the brand's transition into professional-grade 35mm photography. Vintage Aesthetic: Boasts a quintessential classic rangefinder look with its satin silver finish, intricate dials, and textured vulcanite-style grip. Features Camera Type: 35mm coupled rangefinder camera. Lens: Mamiya-Sekor 1:3.5 f=45mm prime lens (Setagaya Koki). Shutter: Precision Seikosha-MX leaf shutter with speeds ranging from 1 second to 1/500 second, plus B (Bulb). Focusing: Manual focus via the integrated coupled rangefinder for accurate distance setting. Film Advance: Features the classic top-mounted winding knob and a bottom-mounted rewind lever. Construction: Sturdy metal body with high-quality black textured leatherette and "Mamiya-35" top plate engraving. Condition Rated 4/5. This camera is in excellent cosmetic condition for its age. The satin silver top and base plates are very clean, showing only minimal surface wear. The black leatherette is fully intact and well-preserved. The lens glass appears clear and well-maintained. All adjustment dials and the shutter release button are present and operate with a firm, mechanical feel. While the mechanical components appear to be in good order, the full functionality and shutter accuracy are untested. It is sold as a collectible or display item. What's Included Mamiya-35 Rangefinder camera body. Integrated Mamiya-Sekor 3.5/45mm lens. Integrated Seikosha-MX shutter system. No film, lens cap, or additional accessories are included. Why This Product? The Mamiya-35 is a tangible piece of history, offering a window into the innovative period of Japanese post-war camera development. It is an exceptional acquisition for anyone curating a collection of classic rangefinders or seeking a distinctive decorative item that exudes vintage professional character and engineering pedigree. Keywords Mamiya-35, Mamiya camera, vintage rangefinder, Japanese engineering, Sekor lens, Seikosha shutter, 35mm film camera, collector's camera, analog photography, 1950s photography.

No. 102207966

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Mamiya -35 Model II Analogue camera

Mamiya -35 Model II Analogue camera

Step back in time with this authentic Vintage Mamiya-35 Rangefinder Camera. A true icon of late 1950s Japanese precision, this camera represents the era when Mamiya established itself as a top-tier manufacturer of high-quality 35mm equipment. The Mamiya-35 series is celebrated for its tank-like build quality and exceptional optics, rivaling the best European cameras of the time. It is a perfect find for collectors, enthusiasts, or as a sophisticated mechanical display piece.

Key Benefits
Optical Excellence: Equipped with a fast Mamiya-Sekor lens, renowned for its sharp rendering and high-quality Japanese glass.

Robust Engineering: Features a solid, all-metal construction that offers a substantial and professional feel in the hand.

Collector's Item: An early model from the Mamiya-35 range, showcasing the brand's transition into professional-grade 35mm photography.

Vintage Aesthetic: Boasts a quintessential classic rangefinder look with its satin silver finish, intricate dials, and textured vulcanite-style grip.

Features
Camera Type: 35mm coupled rangefinder camera.

Lens: Mamiya-Sekor 1:3.5 f=45mm prime lens (Setagaya Koki).

Shutter: Precision Seikosha-MX leaf shutter with speeds ranging from 1 second to 1/500 second, plus B (Bulb).

Focusing: Manual focus via the integrated coupled rangefinder for accurate distance setting.

Film Advance: Features the classic top-mounted winding knob and a bottom-mounted rewind lever.

Construction: Sturdy metal body with high-quality black textured leatherette and "Mamiya-35" top plate engraving.

Condition
Rated 4/5. This camera is in excellent cosmetic condition for its age. The satin silver top and base plates are very clean, showing only minimal surface wear. The black leatherette is fully intact and well-preserved. The lens glass appears clear and well-maintained. All adjustment dials and the shutter release button are present and operate with a firm, mechanical feel. While the mechanical components appear to be in good order, the full functionality and shutter accuracy are untested. It is sold as a collectible or display item.

What's Included
Mamiya-35 Rangefinder camera body.

Integrated Mamiya-Sekor 3.5/45mm lens.

Integrated Seikosha-MX shutter system.

No film, lens cap, or additional accessories are included.

Why This Product?
The Mamiya-35 is a tangible piece of history, offering a window into the innovative period of Japanese post-war camera development. It is an exceptional acquisition for anyone curating a collection of classic rangefinders or seeking a distinctive decorative item that exudes vintage professional character and engineering pedigree.

Keywords
Mamiya-35, Mamiya camera, vintage rangefinder, Japanese engineering, Sekor lens, Seikosha shutter, 35mm film camera, collector's camera, analog photography, 1950s photography.

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