Olympus PEN EE-2 Analogue camera

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Olympus PEN EE-2, a good-condition half-frame 18x24mm point-and-shoot designed by Yoshihisa Maitani, tested and working.

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OLYMPUS PEN EE-2, tested and working.

Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.

The Olympus PEN EE-2 is a half-frame (18x24mm) point-and-shoot introduced in 1968 as part of the Maitani-designed PEN series, and remained in production until 1977. It pairs a sharp fixed D.Zuiko 28mm f/3.5 lens with a battery-free selenium-cell automatic exposure system and a simple two-speed program shutter, adding a hot shoe over the earlier PEN EE. A red warning flag rises in the viewfinder and locks the shutter in low light, guarding against underexposed frames. Its compact size, twice-the-frames-per-roll economy and reliable meterless operation make it a durable favourite among film shooters and collectors today.

Important — please read carefully:
The meter reads bright in strong light. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.

Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, heavy signs of use, or minor optical flaws

Serial Number
Please check the photo.

Appearance
Scuffs and scratches from normal use. Please check the photos for details.

Optical Condition
Finder: Cleaned internally — clear
Lens / Sensor: Clear — no haze or fungus.

Functional
The shutter and film transport work. The selenium meter responds, but reads about +1.3 EV at EV12 and +2.2 EV at EV15 — see Known Issues. No battery is required.
The light seals have been replaced and the viewfinder cleaned internally.

Measured Performance
We check these cameras on a shutter tester rather than by ear, and we publish what we measured:
- Light meter accuracy — EV12: 1.3 OVER / EV15: 2.2 OVER
Some of these deviations exceed what negative film can absorb — please read the Known Issues section and allow for them when shooting.

Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Light seals (foam) replaced
- Viewfinder cleaned internally

Known Issues
1. The selenium meter reads about 2 stops bright in strong light (about +2.2 EV at EV15); expect overexposure in bright conditions unless you compensate with the film-speed setting.

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!

OLYMPUS PEN EE-2, tested and working.

Hello from Japan!
We provide high-quality cameras and lenses to the world.

The Olympus PEN EE-2 is a half-frame (18x24mm) point-and-shoot introduced in 1968 as part of the Maitani-designed PEN series, and remained in production until 1977. It pairs a sharp fixed D.Zuiko 28mm f/3.5 lens with a battery-free selenium-cell automatic exposure system and a simple two-speed program shutter, adding a hot shoe over the earlier PEN EE. A red warning flag rises in the viewfinder and locks the shutter in low light, guarding against underexposed frames. Its compact size, twice-the-frames-per-roll economy and reliable meterless operation make it a durable favourite among film shooters and collectors today.

Important — please read carefully:
The meter reads bright in strong light. Please review the photos and consider this before bidding.

Condition: Used — Good
Pre-owned, heavy signs of use, or minor optical flaws

Serial Number
Please check the photo.

Appearance
Scuffs and scratches from normal use. Please check the photos for details.

Optical Condition
Finder: Cleaned internally — clear
Lens / Sensor: Clear — no haze or fungus.

Functional
The shutter and film transport work. The selenium meter responds, but reads about +1.3 EV at EV12 and +2.2 EV at EV15 — see Known Issues. No battery is required.
The light seals have been replaced and the viewfinder cleaned internally.

Measured Performance
We check these cameras on a shutter tester rather than by ear, and we publish what we measured:
- Light meter accuracy — EV12: 1.3 OVER / EV15: 2.2 OVER
Some of these deviations exceed what negative film can absorb — please read the Known Issues section and allow for them when shooting.

Servicing
This camera was serviced by us before listing:
- Light seals (foam) replaced
- Viewfinder cleaned internally

Known Issues
1. The selenium meter reads about 2 stops bright in strong light (about +2.2 EV at EV15); expect overexposure in bright conditions unless you compensate with the film-speed setting.

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
Olympus
Model/type nr
PEN EE-2
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Designer/artist/maker
Yoshihisa Maitani
Estimated period
1960-1970
JapanVerified
573
Objects sold
99.1%
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