Konica C35 EF

Konica C35 EF | S/N: 485588

Konica C35 EF 35mm Compact Film Camera with Hexanon 38mm f/2.8 Lens - Good Condition | Historical Point-and-Shoot Famous for Biting Sharpness and the World's First Electronic Flash Integration

Introductory Paragraph The Konica C35 EF is an absolute milestone in analog photography, universally celebrated as the world's very first 35mm compact camera to feature a built-in electronic flash (giving it the famous "EF" suffix). Nicknamed the "Pikkari" in Japan, this iconic camera is built around the legendary, razor-sharp Konica Hexanon 38mm f/2.8 fixed prime lens, a highly corrected four-element masterpiece that delivers stunning contrast, exceptional edge-to-edge resolution, and beautiful color accuracy. Combining historical significance with an incredibly approachable zone-focusing layout and automatic exposure handling, this Konica classic is a premier choice for street documentarians, retro enthusiasts, and lifestyle analog creators looking for an honest, deeply rewarding pocket companion.

Key Features

• Legendary Konica Hexanon 38mm f/2.8 fixed prime lens layout, utilizing premium Japanese optical elements to secure breathtaking micro-contrast and resolution.

• Pioneering integrated electronic flash system configuration, controlled via a tactile mechanical switch on the front plate to handle low-light environments smoothly.

• High-accuracy CdS light meter automatic exposure loop, instantly selecting the optimal combination of mechanical shutter speeds and aperture settings.

• Straightforward 4-step zone focus control system, offering intuitive pictorial focus symbols in the viewfinder for rapid, hassle-free street framing.

• Clear brightline optical viewfinder window, featuring a right-side tracking needle that clearly communicates the camera's automatically chosen aperture values.

• Mechanical self-timer lever architecture, providing a reliable mechanical delay mechanism for effortless self-portraits and group framing.

• Rugged hybrid metal-and-composite chassis design layout, presenting a classic, blocky vintage aesthetic that sits perfectly balanced in the hands.

Condition Report Good condition. Body: Shows standard light signs of previous recreational use, including typical minor superficial scuffs and faint finish marks on the matte black metallic top plate and tough composite chassis parts. The film bay hatch hinges tightly, and the light seals are intact. Sensor/Optics: The brightline viewfinder framing path is clean and clear to view through. The fixed 38mm Hexanon prime lens glass elements are bright and free from internal fungus, heavy haze, optical separation, or deep structural scratches. Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The mechanical shutter clicks crisply, the automatic exposure needle responds accurately to shifting light levels, the zone focus ring turns with proper resistance, the manual film transport lever winds uniformly, and the integrated flash unit charges swiftly and fires reliably.

Specialist Note "The Konica C35 EF is a camera that holds genuine rockstar status among analog purists—famously favored by legendary pop-artist Andy Warhol as his casual daily documentarian tool. What keeps this camera so highly sought after isn't just its cool retro charm, it is that incredible 38mm Hexanon lens. It punches way above its weight class, delivering a biting sharpness and rich tonal separation that matches high-end SLR primes. It is a completely transparent, deeply satisfying vintage tool that makes capturing raw, authentic film memories feel absolutely effortless."

What's Included

• Konica C35 EF 35mm Compact Point-and-Shoot Film Camera (S/N: 485588)

• Integrated Konica Hexanon 38mm f/2.8 Fixed Prime Lens

• Original Protective Front Push-On Lens Cap

• Integrated Black Textured Wrist Carrying Strap

• [Note: The internal light meter requires 1x LR44/SR44 cell, while the electronic flash requires 2x standard AA cells; these are single-use batteries and are not provided with the camera package.]

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Konica

• Model: C35 EF 

• Camera Type: Compact Film Camera

• Film Format: 35mm Roll Film (Standard 135 Format)

• Lens Type: Fixed Konica Hexanon Prime

• Focal Length: 38mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/2.8

• Shutter Speed Range: 1/60s and 1/125s (Automatically Managed)

• Category: 1. Cameras ▸ Compact Film Camera

• Battery Type: 2x AA + 1x LR44 Battery (Not Included)