Olympus 35-S 35mm Rangefinder

Olympus 35-S 35mm Rangefinder - Good Condition | Classic Japanese Rangefinder with Fixed Lens

The Olympus 35-S is a beautifully crafted Japanese 35mm rangefinder camera from Olympus's respected early rangefinder lineup — a solidly built and practical camera that delivers reliable everyday film photography with the characteristic Olympus optical quality. Featuring a coupled rangefinder for precise and accurate focusing and a fixed Zuiko lens, the 35-S delivers sharp and naturally rendered images that suit street, travel, and documentary photography equally well. A genuine and collectable piece of early Olympus photographic heritage. Serial number SR 119251.

Key Features

• Coupled rangefinder for precise and accurate focusing
• Fixed Olympus Zuiko lens — sharp and characterful Olympus optic
• Manual exposure control
• Compact and pocketable — ideal for street and travel photography
• Solid and well-built all-metal construction
• A genuine piece of early Olympus camera heritage

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to housing
• Optics: Lens clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact; rangefinder patch clear and accurate
• Mechanics: Shutter fires correctly; focus and aperture controls operating smoothly; film transport functioning as expected

"The Olympus 35-S is one of those early Japanese rangefinders that rewards the patient photographer with results that consistently impress. The coupled rangefinder makes focusing precise and intuitive, and the Zuiko lens delivers sharp, natural images that suit street and travel photography perfectly. A charming and capable piece of early Olympus heritage."

What's Included

• Olympus 35-S camera

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Olympus
• Model: 35-S
• Serial Number: SR 119251
• Lens: Olympus Zuiko 40mm f/1.8 (fixed)
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Focus: Coupled rangefinder
• Exposure: Manual
• Shutter Speed: 1s – 1/500s + Bulb
• Aperture Range: f/1.8 – f/16
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.9m
• Filter Thread: 43mm
• Construction: All-metal body
• Type: 35mm Rangefinder Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition