Canon Canonet Analogue camera
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Description from the seller
Canon Canonet rangefinder film camera — working, with meter display fault.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon Canonet is a 35mm fixed-lens rangefinder introduced in 1961, the first of Canon's hugely successful Canonet line of automatic-exposure cameras. It features a fast Canon 45mm f/1.9 lens and a selenium meter that encircles the lens, branded the "Electric Eye" for shutter-priority auto exposure. Aimed at the intermediate market, initial stocks famously sold out within hours of release, and over a million units followed in a few years. As Canon's breakthrough consumer rangefinder, the original Canonet remains a milestone of Japanese camera history.
Important — please read carefully:
The meter reading is not shown in the viewfinder and Auto mode is unstable (though the meter cell reacts to light); Manual-mode shooting is unaffected. The lens front element has some cleaning marks. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned. The meter reading is not displayed in the viewfinder; on inspection the meter cell itself reacts correctly to light, but Auto mode behaved unstably. In Manual mode this has no effect. The lens front element has some cleaning marks.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Signs of use consistent with age. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens: Some cleaning marks on the front element.
Viewfinder: The meter reading is not displayed.
Functional
Shutter and film advance: Operate.
Light meter: The cell reacts to light, but the reading is not shown in the finder and Auto mode is unstable; Manual mode is unaffected.
Known Issues
1. The meter reading is not displayed in the viewfinder and Auto mode is unstable (the meter cell itself reacts to light). Manual-mode shooting is unaffected.
2. The lens front element has some cleaning marks.
Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Snow Optics Japan!
We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more).
"Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence.
We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you.
Thank you for visiting our auctions!
Canon Canonet rangefinder film camera — working, with meter display fault.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon Canonet is a 35mm fixed-lens rangefinder introduced in 1961, the first of Canon's hugely successful Canonet line of automatic-exposure cameras. It features a fast Canon 45mm f/1.9 lens and a selenium meter that encircles the lens, branded the "Electric Eye" for shutter-priority auto exposure. Aimed at the intermediate market, initial stocks famously sold out within hours of release, and over a million units followed in a few years. As Canon's breakthrough consumer rangefinder, the original Canonet remains a milestone of Japanese camera history.
Important — please read carefully:
The meter reading is not shown in the viewfinder and Auto mode is unstable (though the meter cell reacts to light); Manual-mode shooting is unaffected. The lens front element has some cleaning marks. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned. The meter reading is not displayed in the viewfinder; on inspection the meter cell itself reacts correctly to light, but Auto mode behaved unstably. In Manual mode this has no effect. The lens front element has some cleaning marks.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Signs of use consistent with age. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens: Some cleaning marks on the front element.
Viewfinder: The meter reading is not displayed.
Functional
Shutter and film advance: Operate.
Light meter: The cell reacts to light, but the reading is not shown in the finder and Auto mode is unstable; Manual mode is unaffected.
Known Issues
1. The meter reading is not displayed in the viewfinder and Auto mode is unstable (the meter cell itself reacts to light). Manual-mode shooting is unaffected.
2. The lens front element has some cleaning marks.
Bundled Items
Only what you can see in the pictures will be included in the package.
Important Notes for Used Items
As this is a used item, subtle imperfections may exist that are not individually described.
Shipping
We ship via Japan Post (ePacket Light). Your package will be handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery. For high-value items, we may use FedEx or DHL.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Import duties, taxes, and other fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
Please check with your country's customs office before bidding.
We do not under-declare item values or mark items as "gifts."
Returns and Buyer Protection
Handled in accordance with Catawiki's Seller Terms.
If you have any questions, please contact us before bidding.
Thank you for visiting our listing.
Japan has one of the world's largest used-camera markets.
We appreciate your interest.
Seller's Story
Welcome to Snow Optics Japan!
We are a professional camera and vintage lens store based in Hokkaido, Japan. We specialize in high-quality Japanese vintage cameras and classic manual focus lenses (such as CONTAX, Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and more).
"Quality and Honesty" is our policy. Our professional staff carefully inspects, cleans, and tests every item before listing. We always provide detailed photos and honest descriptions about the optical and functional conditions, including any minor flaws, so you can bid with 100% confidence.
We pack all items extremely carefully with robust materials to ensure they arrive safely to Europe and the rest of the world. We are looking forward to delivering fantastic Japanese camera equipment to you.
Thank you for visiting our auctions!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Canon
Model/type nr
Canonet
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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