Rare Vintage Canon Canonet 28 Rangefinder 35mm Photo Film Camera
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Rare Vintage Canon Canonet 28 Rangefinder 35mm Photo Film Camera (AS-IS) - Partially Functioning
The Canon Canonet 28 is a classic compact 35mm rangefinder camera known for its straightforward controls, compact design, and sharp Canon lens. This vintage example is being sold AS-IS with several known functional issues but retains a clean lens and an overall attractive exterior, making it a good candidate for restoration, repair, parts, or display.
Condition
- Pre-owned and sold AS-IS.
- Automatic exposure controls are not functioning.
- Manual shutter controls are functioning.
- When set to Auto Shutter, the shutter becomes stuck at 1/30 second.
- Aperture must be adjusted manually.
- Interior foam light seals are deteriorated/rotted and should be replaced before loading film.
- Exterior is in overall good condition with some cosmetic wear from age and use.
- Bottom metal plate has some scratches and etchings.
- Lens is in good condition with no fungus or haze noted.
Features
- Compact 35mm rangefinder camera
- Built-in Canon lens
- Manual shutter operation
- Automatic exposure system (not functional)
- Built-in light meter (not functional)
- Coupled rangefinder focusing (not functional)
- Built-in flash shoe
- Compact design ideal for everyday and street photography
Specifications
- Camera Type: 35mm Rangefinder
- Film Format: 35mm (135)
- Lens: Canon 40mm f/2.8
- Lens Type: Fixed prime lens
- Focus: Manual rangefinder focusing
- Shutter: Mechanical
- Shutter Speed Range: 1/30–1/500 sec
- Exposure: Automatic exposure with manual controls
- Viewfinder: Optical rangefinder viewfinder
- Flash: Hot shoe
- Battery: Battery-powered exposure meter
Despite its automatic exposure issues and deteriorated light seals, this Canonet 28 retains a good lens and functioning manual shutter, making it an appealing restoration project for a vintage camera enthusiast or collector.