Appearance of the item

This camera shows signs of use consistent with its age. Please refer to the detailed photographs for a comprehensive view of its cosmetic condition.

Overview

We present an Olympus XA2, a classic 35mm point & shoot film camera, complete with its dedicated A11 flash unit. Renowned for its compact design and high-quality Zuiko lens, the XA2 offers simple yet effective zone focusing and automatic exposure, making it an excellent choice for street photography and everyday use. This particular unit, paired with the A11 flash, provides versatility for various lighting conditions.

Inspection Results

Functional Status:

• Camera powers on and operates properly.
• Shutter: Fully functional and responsive.
• Self-timer: Works correctly.
• Light Meter: Functions accurately, providing correct exposure readings.
• Flash (A11): Fires consistently.
• Aperture: Adjusts smoothly and accurately.

Optics (Lens & Viewfinder):

• Lens:
  • Dirt: None
  • Dust: None
  • Haze: Slight
  • Fungus: None
  • Scratches: Moderate scratches present, including wiping scratches on the front element.
• Viewfinder:
  • Haze: Thin haze observed within the viewfinder.
• Optical Grade Reference: B

Known Model-Specific Issues & Our Checks

The Olympus XA2 and A11 flash units are known to have certain common issues. We have specifically checked for these during our inspection:

• Light Meter: This model can suffer from meter failure causing exposure issues. We confirmed the light meter is fully functional and provides accurate exposures.
• Shutter: Shutter release mechanisms can become unresponsive or sticky. We confirmed the shutter operates smoothly and consistently.
• Battery Terminal Corrosion: Battery connection issues are common. We confirmed the camera powers on reliably and passes its battery check, indicating good internal contact.
• A11 Flash Failure: The dedicated A11 flash can fail. We confirmed the A11 flash fires consistently and integrates well with the camera.
• Film Rewind Lever/Button: Plastic pins on the rewind lever can break, or the rewind button can stick. We inspected the rewind lever and confirmed the rewind button functions correctly.

Important Note:

While we thoroughly inspect our cameras, the presence of these common issues is noted for transparency and to ensure our checks are targeted to provide you with the most reliable information.

Included Accessories

No accessories are included. The camera body only.

Not Recommended For:

• Collectors or buyers seeking a cosmetically flawless or mint condition camera.
• Individuals who require perfectly clear, blemish-free optics without any internal haze or external scratches.
• Those unwilling to accept minor signs of use typical for a vintage film camera.

Optical system