Chinon CX-2 35mm SLR Kit with Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7

Chinon CX-2 35mm SLR Kit with Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7 - Good Condition | Classic Japanese Film Kit with Fast Standard Prime

The Chinon CX-2 paired with the Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7 is a well-matched and capable 35mm film kit from Chinon's solid and often underappreciated SLR lineage. The CX-2 is a compact and reliable SLR built around the Pentax K mount — offering Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes in a well-built body that handles everyday shooting with confidence. Built around the Pentax K mount, it gives access to a wide range of K mount lenses from Chinon, Pentax, and beyond. The Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7 is a sharp and fast standard prime that pairs naturally with the CX-2 body for everyday, portrait, and street photography. Serial numbers: Body SR 276146 / Lens SR 318177.

Key Features

• Complete ready-to-shoot 35mm film kit — body and lens included
• Pentax K mount — compatible with a wide range of K mount lenses
• 55mm focal length — classic standard perspective for portraits, street, and everyday shooting
• Fast f/1.7 maximum aperture for excellent low-light performance and pleasing background separation
• Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes
• TTL centre-weighted metering for consistent and accurate exposures
• Compact and well-built body — ideal for everyday and travel use
• Self-timer function

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light handling marks consistent with use, no cracks or damage
• Sensor/Optics: Viewfinder clear and bright; focusing screen in good order; lens elements clean with no fungus, haze, or significant dust
• Mechanics/Electronics: Shutter fires correctly across all modes; all controls and film transport functioning as expected; aperture blades clean and snappy; K mount connection clean and secure

"The Chinon CX-2 is one of those cameras that flies under the radar but rewards anyone who gives it a chance. It's solidly built, smooth to operate, and the K mount opens up a world of affordable glass. The Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7 is a natural partner — compact, sharp, and with just enough character to make every frame interesting."

What's Included

• Chinon CX-2 camera body
• Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7 lens
• Front and rear lens caps
• Body cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Chinon
• Model: CX-2 with Auto Chinon 55mm f/1.7
• Serial Number (Body): SR 276146
• Serial Number (Lens): SR 318177
• Mount: Pentax K
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Exposure Modes: Aperture Priority, Manual
• Metering: TTL centre-weighted
• Shutter Speed: 1s – 1/1000s + Bulb
• ISO Range: ISO 25–1600
• Viewfinder: approx. 0.86x magnification, 92% coverage
• Built-in Flash: No — hot shoe for external flash
• Self-timer: Yes
• Lens Focal Length: 55mm
• Lens Maximum Aperture: f/1.7
• Minimum Aperture: f/16
• Lens Construction: 5 elements in 4 groups
• Minimum Focus Distance: approx. 0.45m
• Filter Thread: 52mm
• Dimensions (Body): approx. 134 x 86 x 50mm
• Weight (Body): approx. 450g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm SLR Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition