Chinon 35FA II
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| Chinon 35FA II image by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
A 35mm Chinon point & shoot, following the Chinon 35F-A. In Japan, it carried the nickname "Besupin", similar to Konica's "Jasupin". It had integrated motor drive, and a flash popping out at the side. A sliding cover protects the lens and locks the shutter button. An autodate version was also available. Launch price in Japan was 38 800 yen.
A higher-spec version was also sold; the 35FA Super.
Specifications
- Lens: 35 mm f/3,5 (3 elements/3 groups)
- Shutter: Programmed electronic shutter, electronic self timer.
- Focus: Active infrared autofocus, 1,2 m to infinity.
- Coupling range: EV8,6–EV17 (at ISO 100).
- Film speed: ISO 100-200-400-1000.
- Flash: Pop-out flashmatic flash, GN 12 (1,2–3,4 m at ISO 100), fill flash possible.
- Finder: Reverse galilean, 84 % coverage, LED indicator for slow shutter speed.
- Film transport: Motor advance and return.
- Power: 2 x AA/LR6 1,5 V alkaline batteries, 2 x LR44 cells for date back.
- Dimensions: 133 x 69 x 47 mm.
- Weight: 315 g without batteries.
Links
- 35FA II/Super manual from Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com
