Canon Canonet with 1,9/45mm | Analogue camera
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Canon Canonet with a 45mm f/1.9 lens, in good physical condition and tested working, dating from 1960–1970.
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Canon Canonet with 45mm f/1.9, tested and working.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon Canonet (1961) is the camera that made Canon a household name: it sold out within two hours of going on sale and had to be rationed. Built around a fast 45mm f/1.9 lens with a selenium meter ringing the barrel and an unusual trigger-wind lever on the base plate, it brought rangefinder quality within reach of ordinary buyers and effectively created the Japanese compact-camera market.
Important — please read carefully:
Please note the camera shows cosmetic wear consistent with its age. Mechanically it operates properly, and the front group has been disassembled and cleaned along with the optics and viewfinder. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, distinct signs of use or minor optical flaws
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Shows signs of use consistent with age. Please check the photos.
Optical Condition
Lens: The front group has been disassembled and cleaned, and the optics and viewfinder cleaned internally.
Functional
The camera operates properly.
Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Viewfinder cleaned internally
- Front element group disassembled and cleaned
- Lens cleaned internally
Known Issues
1. Shows cosmetic wear consistent with a camera of this age — please check the photos.
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 either FedEx or Japan Post (ePacket), whichever suits the destination and the parcel. With Japan Post your package is handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Parcels are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): import VAT and any customs duties are collected by customs or the carrier on delivery, in accordance with the rules of the destination country.
Where import taxes have already been collected at checkout — for example under the EU IOSS scheme for orders up to EUR 150 — there is nothing further to pay on delivery.
Import charges vary from country to country, so please check the rules that apply where you live.
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 with 45mm f/1.9, tested and working.
Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.
The Canon Canonet (1961) is the camera that made Canon a household name: it sold out within two hours of going on sale and had to be rationed. Built around a fast 45mm f/1.9 lens with a selenium meter ringing the barrel and an unusual trigger-wind lever on the base plate, it brought rangefinder quality within reach of ordinary buyers and effectively created the Japanese compact-camera market.
Important — please read carefully:
Please note the camera shows cosmetic wear consistent with its age. Mechanically it operates properly, and the front group has been disassembled and cleaned along with the optics and viewfinder. Please review the photos before bidding.
Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, distinct signs of use or minor optical flaws
Serial Number
Please check the photo.
Appearance
Shows signs of use consistent with age. Please check the photos.
Optical Condition
Lens: The front group has been disassembled and cleaned, and the optics and viewfinder cleaned internally.
Functional
The camera operates properly.
Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Viewfinder cleaned internally
- Front element group disassembled and cleaned
- Lens cleaned internally
Known Issues
1. Shows cosmetic wear consistent with a camera of this age — please check the photos.
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 either FedEx or Japan Post (ePacket), whichever suits the destination and the parcel. With Japan Post your package is handed over to the local postal carrier in your country for final delivery.
We only ship to registered addresses.
We ship within 3 business days after payment.
Customs and Taxes
Parcels are shipped DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): import VAT and any customs duties are collected by customs or the carrier on delivery, in accordance with the rules of the destination country.
Where import taxes have already been collected at checkout — for example under the EU IOSS scheme for orders up to EUR 150 — there is nothing further to pay on delivery.
Import charges vary from country to country, so please check the rules that apply where you live.
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 with 1,9/45mm |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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