Ricoh 35 ZF 35mm Compact

Ricoh 35 ZF 35mm Compact - Good Condition | Classic Japanese Compact with Sharp Rikenon 38mm f/2.8 Lens

The Ricoh 35 ZF is a sleek and capable classic Japanese compact film camera built around Ricoh's sharp and well-regarded Rikenon 38mm f/2.8 lens. Compact, lightweight, and straightforward to use, it delivers reliable and characterful results that suit everyday shooting, travel, and street photography alike. With automatic exposure control and a bright viewfinder, the 35 ZF offers a genuinely enjoyable film shooting experience in a pocketable package that is as practical today as it was when first produced. A clean and honest classic from one of Japan's most underrated camera makers. Serial number SR 19257754.

Key Features

• Rikenon 38mm f/2.8 lens — sharp and characterful standard perspective
• Automatic exposure control for easy and accurate results
• Compact and pocketable — ideal for travel and everyday use
• Built-in flash for low-light shooting
• DX-coded film speed detection
• Bright and clear viewfinder
• Self-timer function
• Solid and well-built Ricoh construction

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with use, no cracks or damage to housing
• Optics: Lens clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly; film transport and rewind operating normally; flash functioning as expected

"The Ricoh 35 ZF is exactly the kind of camera that gets overlooked in favour of more famous names — and that's a shame, because it's a genuinely capable and satisfying compact. The Rikenon 38mm f/2.8 is a sharp and honest lens, and the automatic exposure system makes it incredibly easy to just pick up and shoot. A clean example like this is well worth a second look."

What's Included

• Ricoh 35 ZF camera
  

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Ricoh
• Model: 35 ZF
• Serial Number: SR 19257754
• Lens: Rikenon 38mm f/2.8
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Focus: Zone focus
• Exposure: Automatic program
• Shutter Speed: 1/30s – 1/500s
• ISO Range: DX-coded, ISO 100–400
• Built-in Flash: Yes — automatic
• Self-timer: Yes
• Dimensions: approx. 112 x 65 x 38mm
• Weight: approx. 195g (without battery)
• Type: Compact Film Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition