Olympus 35 RC 35mm Rangefinder

Olympus 35 RC 35mm Rangefinder - Good Condition | Classic Compact Rangefinder with E.Zuiko 42mm f/2.8 Lens

The Olympus 35 RC is a beautifully compact and capable 35mm rangefinder camera that combines Olympus's renowned optical quality with a practical and pocketable design that made it a favourite among street and travel photographers of its era. The E.Zuiko 42mm f/2.8 fixed lens delivers sharp, contrasty images with the natural rendering quality that Zuiko glass is universally renowned for — while the rangefinder focusing system provides precise and quiet subject acquisition. With both Aperture Priority automatic exposure and full Manual control, the 35 RC offers genuine creative flexibility in a remarkably compact package. Serial number SR 211491.

Key Features

• E.Zuiko 42mm f/2.8 fixed lens — sharp and characterful Olympus optic
• Rangefinder focusing for precise and quiet subject acquisition
• Aperture Priority and Manual exposure modes
• Bright and clear viewfinder with rangefinder patch and frame lines
• Compact and pocketable — ideal for street and travel photography
• Built-in flash shoe for external flash
• Selenium-free CdS metering system
• A genuine classic of compact rangefinder design

Condition Report

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

"The Olympus 35 RC is one of those compact rangefinders that serious film photographers seek out for its combination of optical quality, compact size, and genuine creative control. The E.Zuiko 42mm f/2.8 renders with a natural sharpness and character that suits street and travel photography perfectly, and the Aperture Priority mode makes exposure effortless. A genuinely special compact rangefinder in good condition."

What's Included

• Olympus 35 RC camera
• Lens cap

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Olympus
• Model: 35 RC
• Serial Number: SR 211491
• Lens: E.Zuiko 42mm f/2.8 (fixed)
• Lens Construction: 4 elements in 3 groups
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Focus: Rangefinder
• Exposure: Aperture Priority, Manual
• Shutter Speed: 1/15s – 1/500s + Bulb
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 – f/22
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.9m
• Filter Thread: 43.5mm
• Viewfinder: Rangefinder with bright frame lines
• Built-in Flash: No — flash shoe for external flash
• Battery: MR9 / LR44 (adapter)
• Dimensions: approx. 109 x 69 x 44mm
• Weight: approx. 340g (without battery)
• Type: 35mm Rangefinder Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition