Olympus Auto Eye Analogue camera
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Olympus Auto Eye 35mm rangefinder with fixed Zuiko lens; in good physical condition and tested and working, circa 1960–1970, with a hazy viewfinder but a clearly visible rangefinder double image.
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Olympus Auto Eye 35mm rangefinder with fixed Zuiko lens and selenium AE. Working (clear double image, clean lens); note the finder haze below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Olympus Auto Eye, introduced in 1960, is an early automatic-exposure 35mm rangefinder camera with a sharp E.Zuiko lens and a selenium-cell meter driving shutter-priority automation. A distinctive and collectible piece of Olympus's pre-PEN history.
Important — please read carefully:
The viewfinder is hazy, but the rangefinder double image is still clearly visible; the taking lens is clean and the shutter works well. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned and working, with viewfinder haze as noted below; the lens is clean and the shutter is good.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Normal signs of use. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: The taking lens is clean. The viewfinder is hazy, but the rangefinder double image is clearly visible.
Functional
The shutter works well.
The rangefinder double image is clearly visible despite some viewfinder haze.
The lens is clean.
Known Issues
1. The viewfinder is hazy, though the rangefinder double image remains clearly visible (please see the photos). The taking lens is clean and the shutter works well.
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!
Olympus Auto Eye 35mm rangefinder with fixed Zuiko lens and selenium AE. Working (clear double image, clean lens); note the finder haze below.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Olympus Auto Eye, introduced in 1960, is an early automatic-exposure 35mm rangefinder camera with a sharp E.Zuiko lens and a selenium-cell meter driving shutter-priority automation. A distinctive and collectible piece of Olympus's pre-PEN history.
Important — please read carefully:
The viewfinder is hazy, but the rangefinder double image is still clearly visible; the taking lens is clean and the shutter works well. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned and working, with viewfinder haze as noted below; the lens is clean and the shutter is good.
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Normal signs of use. Please check the photos for details.
Optical Condition
Lens / Sensor: The taking lens is clean. The viewfinder is hazy, but the rangefinder double image is clearly visible.
Functional
The shutter works well.
The rangefinder double image is clearly visible despite some viewfinder haze.
The lens is clean.
Known Issues
1. The viewfinder is hazy, though the rangefinder double image remains clearly visible (please see the photos). The taking lens is clean and the shutter works well.
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
Olympus
Model/type nr
Auto Eye
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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