An Olympus 35SP rangefinder 35mm camera in lovely condition, fully serviced (by Luton Cameras), working and tested, with new black leather.

This 35mm camera comes with new light seals fitted.

• S&F Electronic Modification: Professionally upgraded by a specialist technician. The internal circuitry has been permanently converted with a Schottky diode to natively accept modern, widely available batteries.
• Meter Accuracy: Calibrated perfectly for the included 1.55V Silver-Oxide 303/357 battery. No inaccurate readings, no needle drift, and no need for expensive, short-lived zinc-air cells.
• Custom Chamber Stabilization: Features a bespoke, built-in rubber chamber surround. This ensures the modern battery sits securely with perfect electrical contact and will never rattle or disconnect during shooting.
• Ready to Shoot: Fully tested, freshly lubricated, and supplied with a brand-new, top-tier battery installed.

Shutter speeds can be set from 1/15 - 1/500 + B. The ASA ranges from 25-800 with apertures from f1.7. The Olympus 35 SP is a fixed-lens mechanical rangefinder camera with a leaf shutter and completely automated program autoexposure, as well as full manual exposure controls and a dual spot and centre-weighted meter.

The 35SP is from the same family and era as the Trip 35 and has built-in light metering. It has a working self-timer and takes 49mm filters/hood etc. Focusing is by way of the rangefinder - just line-up the images in the centre of the viewfinder. This is more sophisticated than the Trip's viewfinder. The selected shutter and aperture can be seen in the viewfinder.

The lens is the wonderful 42mm Zuiko f1.7. The lens focuses smoothly and is free from fungus and scratches. Focus is easy in the nice bright viewfinder. The original case protects the camera and saves the light meter/battery. Consider adding a hand-made wooden grip.

The serial number of the camera is 340891. Please see photos for condition of the actual camera for sale. Comes with 49mm snap-on lens cap.

We are happy with the function of the camera and as such will provide a 12-month warranty.   A nice period rangefinder, ready to use.  

There are a number of reviews of the 35SP on-line, such as this one by Ken Rockwell.