Kowa Six 6x6 + 2.8/85mm | Medium format camera

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Kowa SIX 6x6 camera with 85mm f/2.8 lens (model Six 6x6 + 2.8/85mm) in very good physical condition and tested and working.

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Description

Kowa SIX 6x6 Medium Format Film Camera + Kowa 85mm f/2.8

The Kowa SIX is a 6×6 medium format SLR film camera introduced in the 1960s, known for its solid build, sharp lenses, and modular design. It uses interchangeable film backs and finders, making it versatile for professional use.

This set comes with the Kowa 85mm f/2.8 standard lens, offering excellent sharpness and beautiful rendering, ideal for portraits and general photography.

【Camera: Kowa SIX】

・Format: 6×6 medium format SLR camera
・Lens mount: Kowa bayonet mount
・Shutter: Focal-plane, 1s – 1/500s + Bulb
・Viewfinder: Interchangeable (waist-level, prism finder)
・Film loading: Fixed film back (120 roll film, 12 exposures per roll, not interchangeable)
・Exposure: Manual only
・Production: 1968–1970s

【Lens: Kowa 85mm f/2.8】

・Focal length: 85mm (standard for 6×6)
・Maximum aperture: f/2.8
・Minimum aperture: f/22
・Minimum focusing distance: 1.0 m
・Filter size: 67mm
・Mount: Kowa bayonet

●Appearance condition
80%

・It is a very beautiful item.

・Please confirm with the photograph.


100% Brand new New in box, never sold before.
95% Like new A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear, but pre-owned.
90% Mint Almost no signs of use.
85% Near Mint Very good condition with minimal signs of use. Still very clean.
80% Excellent Very good condition with some signs of use.
75% Excellent- Good condition with some signs of use.
70% Very Good+ Good condition with normal signs of use.
65% Very Good Works good, mostly with dings or dents.
60% AS-IS Heavily marked, but works.

●Optics Condition for lens
( Haze ) - No
( Fungus ) - No
( Scratch ) - No
( Separation ) - No
( Dust ) - Very little

・It never affect on shooting.

●Optics Condition for Finder
( Haze ) - No
( Fungus ) - No
( Scratch ) - No
( Separation ) - No
( Dust ) - Very little

・It never affect on shooting.

●Functional Condition
・It works perfectly

●Accessories
・It is all things reflected in the photograph.
・Front lens cap


Please see the photograph.



Shipping

・We will ship via FedEx, DHL, or EMS.
・We will ship your item within 1-2 business days, after your payment.
・It usually takes about 3-6 days to arrive.(It depends on your customs procedure.)
We will inform you of the tracking number for FedEx, EMS, or DHL.
・You can check delivery status on the site
" FedEx or DHL or EMS Tracking"
If there is a problem with the product, returns will be accepted within 14 days after receiving the product.
As long as the item is under same condition as when you receive it.




About Us

* Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

* Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

* These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.

* We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" Because declared value is insured value.lower value.- Besides US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.


Hello, thank you for visiting.

Here in Japan, used camera market is big, and there are a lot of cameras in mint condition, such as vintage film cameras, Digital SLR, Midium format cameras, compact cameras and so on.

So, if you are looking for a particular item that is not in our listing, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Maybe we can find it for you.

Thank you.

Thank you for visiting.

To ensure that you can use our products with peace of mind, we will send the products to you after a final inspection before shipping.

Description

Kowa SIX 6x6 Medium Format Film Camera + Kowa 85mm f/2.8

The Kowa SIX is a 6×6 medium format SLR film camera introduced in the 1960s, known for its solid build, sharp lenses, and modular design. It uses interchangeable film backs and finders, making it versatile for professional use.

This set comes with the Kowa 85mm f/2.8 standard lens, offering excellent sharpness and beautiful rendering, ideal for portraits and general photography.

【Camera: Kowa SIX】

・Format: 6×6 medium format SLR camera
・Lens mount: Kowa bayonet mount
・Shutter: Focal-plane, 1s – 1/500s + Bulb
・Viewfinder: Interchangeable (waist-level, prism finder)
・Film loading: Fixed film back (120 roll film, 12 exposures per roll, not interchangeable)
・Exposure: Manual only
・Production: 1968–1970s

【Lens: Kowa 85mm f/2.8】

・Focal length: 85mm (standard for 6×6)
・Maximum aperture: f/2.8
・Minimum aperture: f/22
・Minimum focusing distance: 1.0 m
・Filter size: 67mm
・Mount: Kowa bayonet

●Appearance condition
80%

・It is a very beautiful item.

・Please confirm with the photograph.


100% Brand new New in box, never sold before.
95% Like new A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear, but pre-owned.
90% Mint Almost no signs of use.
85% Near Mint Very good condition with minimal signs of use. Still very clean.
80% Excellent Very good condition with some signs of use.
75% Excellent- Good condition with some signs of use.
70% Very Good+ Good condition with normal signs of use.
65% Very Good Works good, mostly with dings or dents.
60% AS-IS Heavily marked, but works.

●Optics Condition for lens
( Haze ) - No
( Fungus ) - No
( Scratch ) - No
( Separation ) - No
( Dust ) - Very little

・It never affect on shooting.

●Optics Condition for Finder
( Haze ) - No
( Fungus ) - No
( Scratch ) - No
( Separation ) - No
( Dust ) - Very little

・It never affect on shooting.

●Functional Condition
・It works perfectly

●Accessories
・It is all things reflected in the photograph.
・Front lens cap


Please see the photograph.



Shipping

・We will ship via FedEx, DHL, or EMS.
・We will ship your item within 1-2 business days, after your payment.
・It usually takes about 3-6 days to arrive.(It depends on your customs procedure.)
We will inform you of the tracking number for FedEx, EMS, or DHL.
・You can check delivery status on the site
" FedEx or DHL or EMS Tracking"
If there is a problem with the product, returns will be accepted within 14 days after receiving the product.
As long as the item is under same condition as when you receive it.




About Us

* Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

* Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

* These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional shipping charges.

* We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts" Because declared value is insured value.lower value.- Besides US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior.


Hello, thank you for visiting.

Here in Japan, used camera market is big, and there are a lot of cameras in mint condition, such as vintage film cameras, Digital SLR, Midium format cameras, compact cameras and so on.

So, if you are looking for a particular item that is not in our listing, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Maybe we can find it for you.

Thank you.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kowa
Model/ type nr
Six 6x6 + 2.8/85mm |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Lens Mount Type
Kowa Six/Super 66
Film type
120 / 220
Estimated Period
1970-1980
JapanVerified
2216
Objects sold
97.56%
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