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[Excellent] Leica Mini Point & Shoot 35mm Film Camera Elmar 35mm F3.5 #417

[Excellent] Leica Mini Point & Shoot 35mm Film Camera Elmar 35mm F3.5 #417

$299.03 USD
$299.03 USD
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[Excellent] Leica Mini Point & Shoot 35mm Film Camera Elmar 35mm F3.5 #417

Description

Overview

Capture everyday moments with timeless Leica quality. This Leica Mini is a classic 35mm point & shoot camera, featuring the acclaimed Elmar 35mm F3.5 lens, renowned for its sharp images and beautiful rendering. Perfect for street photography, travel, or simply documenting life, this compact camera offers the distinct Leica aesthetic in a user-friendly package.

Grade: Excellent

Condition & Known Imperfections

  • The camera body exhibits some minor scuffing, consistent with normal use. Please review all photos for detailed cosmetic condition.
  • The lens and viewfinder optics show slight internal fungus. Our thorough testing confirms this does not affect image quality during normal shooting.

Functional Status

This camera has been fully tested and confirmed to be in proper working order across all functions.

Detailed Inspection Results

Operation Checks:

  • Shutter: OK - Fires accurately and consistently.
  • Self-timer: OK - Functions as intended.
  • Light Meter: OK - Provides accurate exposure readings.
  • Flash: OK - Integrated flash fires reliably and recycles properly.
  • Autofocus (AF): OK - Responsive and accurate.
  • Helicoid: OK - Lens extends and retracts smoothly.
  • Aperture: OK - Blades are clean and stop down correctly.
  • Film Advance & Rewind: OK - Operates smoothly and correctly.
  • Battery Compartment: No signs of corrosion or physical damage.

Optics:

  • Lens:
    • Dirt: None
    • Dust: None
    • Haze: None
    • Fungus: Slight (Does not affect normal shooting)
    • Scratch: None
  • Viewfinder:
    • Dirt: None
    • Dust: None
    • Haze: None
    • Fungus: Slight
    • Scratch: None

Known Issues for This Model (Leica Mini)

The Leica Mini, like many vintage point-and-shoot cameras, can be susceptible to certain issues over time. We thoroughly check for these during our inspection:

  • Power Failure/Corroded Battery Contacts: Not observed. This camera powers on reliably, and battery contacts are clean.
  • Flash Issues: Not observed. The integrated flash fires consistently.
  • Shutter Failure: Not observed. The shutter actuates correctly.
  • Cosmetic Wear/Damage: Present as minor scuffing. Please see photos for details.
  • Optics Dust: Not observed. Lens and viewfinder optics are free of significant dust.
  • Light Meter Inaccuracy: Not observed. Light meter provides accurate readings.
  • Film Advance/Rewind Issues: Not observed. Film transport mechanisms are fully functional.
  • Light Leaks: No light leaks detected.

Included Accessories

None

Not Recommended For

This camera is NOT recommended for:

  • Buyers seeking a cosmetically flawless, 'mint' condition camera.
  • Collectors who require every optical element to be perfectly clear of any micro-fungus.
  • Individuals unwilling to work with a vintage film camera that may require basic understanding of film loading and winding.

If you have any question or concern, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for visiting.

Please Note for Buyers

  • We ship items from Japan.
  • Import duties, taxes (example VAT, GST), and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
  • Please check in advance about those additional costs in your customs office before buying. Generally, those additional costs will be charged by the carrier when you receive the item.
  • We write the customs declaration correctly. No undervalue. No checkmark gift.

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