Olympus Olympus 35-S Rangefinder camera (No reserve price)

Olympus 35-S II + E.Zuiko F.C. 4.8cm 1:2.8 — Classic 1950s Working 35mm Rangefinder, No Battery Required

A working Olympus 35-S II — a beautifully made Japanese 35mm rangefinder camera from the late 1950s, fitted with the highly regarded E.Zuiko F.C. (Tessar-derived 6-element) 4.8cm f/2.8 fixed lens. Introduced in 1957 as an updated version of Olympus's first rangefinder model (the 1955 Olympus 35-S), the 35-S II features improved bright-frame finder optics — recognizable by the three windows across the front of the body. A true mechanical classic that requires NO BATTERY whatsoever and is ready to load with film and shoot today.

Including:
- Camera body (Olympus 35-S II)
- Fixed E.Zuiko F.C. 4.8cm 1:2.8 lens (built-in)
(No battery required — this camera is fully mechanical and has no electronic components)

Appearance:
Vintage cosmetic wear consistent with age (1950s camera). Some patina and small spots on the chrome top plate; leatherette body covering is intact with no peeling. The viewfinder and rangefinder windows are clear. No major dents or serious damage.

Function:
35mm coupled-rangefinder camera with Copal MXV leaf shutter (B, 1 s – 1/500 s), bright-frame viewfinder with parallax-corrected frame lines, coupled rangefinder for accurate focusing, M/X flash synchronization with PC socket, mechanical self-timer, and an exposure value (LV) reference disc built into the back door (a non-electronic calculator dial — useful as a reference for outdoor exposure based on season, time of day, and ASA).
- Shutter: fires correctly (confirmed)
- Shutter speed ring: operates
- Film advance lever: operates (confirmed)
- Rewind crank: operates (confirmed)
- Rangefinder coupling: focusing ring moves smoothly, double-image patch visible in viewfinder
- Aperture ring (f/2.8 – f/22): operates, smooth click stops
- Self-timer: present
- Flash sync (M/X): operates

No battery is required for any function of this camera. The Olympus 35-S II is a fully mechanical rangefinder with no light meter and no electronic components — a major advantage for vintage shooters who want to avoid hunting for discontinued battery types.

Optical system (lens):
E.Zuiko F.C. 4.8cm 1:2.8 — a six-element (Tessar-derived) Olympus lens widely praised for its sharpness and pleasing image rendering, considered one of the finest fixed-lens designs of its era. Optics are clear — no fungus, no haze, no balsam separation, and no major scratches visible in the photos. A small amount of dust may be present but does not affect image quality. Aperture blades are clean and operate correctly.

Shutter / film chamber:
The Copal MXV leaf shutter blades appear clean. The film chamber and pressure plate are clean overall.

Notes:
The Olympus 35-S series is historically significant as Olympus's first 35mm coupled-rangefinder line, and it is considered the predecessor of the legendary Olympus 35 SP. A genuine 1950s mechanical Japanese rangefinder with a 6-element f/2.8 lens, ready to use without sourcing any specialized batteries. Please refer to the photos for the exact condition. As this is a 1950s camera, occasional servicing (CLA) is recommended for long-term reliable use.

Shipping:
Japan Post Small Packet with tracking number. Shipping only to the address registered on Catawiki. No shipping to Russia. Delivery to Italy may take longer than usual. Shipping fees to Portugal may be temporarily higher.

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Payment:
Item will be shipped within 3 business days after payment is confirmed.