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Olympus OM-1 35mm film SLR w/ Zuiko 50mm f1.8 lens and ever-ready case

Olympus OM-1 35mm film SLR w/ Zuiko 50mm f1.8 lens and ever-ready case

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The Olympus OM-1 is the quintessential compact mechanical 35mm SLR of the 1970s. It was the model favored by Jane Bown, David Bailey and countless other artists.

This is a clean example (serial number 356498) of the early version (non-MD) in the less common 'pro' black job, complete with a nice F. Zuiko Auto-S 50mm f1.8 prime lens and the original neck strap and leatherette 'ever-ready' case. We film tested this and it delivered excellent photos with accurate metering--it was a pleasure to use.

The light meter originally used the non-banned PX625 lithium battery but a common 675 zinc air battery is a very good alternative (one is included; a spare is available as an option). 

Condition notes
The camera and lens were tested with film and delivered sharp, well-exposed photos. The only noteworthy flaw is the presence of some black spots at the bottom of the viewfinder display; do not affect the ability to focus. A removable 'Shoe-1' hot-shoe is included but has some cracks (a very common issue) so we advise against using it with very heavy flashes. See photos for overall cosmetic condition. 
The included Olympus Zuiko 50mm f1.8 lens and the original 'ever-ready' case are also in very good condition.

Manual
http://www.cameramanuals.org/olympus_pdf/olympus_om-1.pdf

Specifications

  • System: OLYMPUS OM SYSTEM.
  • Camera Type: 35mm Single Lens Reflex with focal plane shutter.
  • Film Format: 24mm x 36mm.
  • Standard Lenses: 50mm F1.8 F Zuiko Auto-S 6 elements in 5 groups. 50mm F1.4 G Zuiko Auto-S 7 elements in 6 groups. 55mm F1.2 G Zuiko Auto-S 7 elements in 6 groups.
  • Lens Mount: OLYMPUS OM Mount, bayonet type, rotation angle 70°, flange back 46mm.
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 45cm (17 3/4“ 1 with all standard lenses.
  • Lens Accessory Size: 49mm threaded for Fl.8 and F1.4 lenses: 55mm threaded for F1.2 lens.
  • Shutter: Focal plane shutter, ring mounted control, with speeds from 1 to 1/1000 second plus 8.
  • Self-Timer: Exposure Measurement: 4-12 second delay lever type; can be stopped and reset after actuation. Two highly sensitive CdS cells located on either side of the eyepiece provide through-the-lens open aperture light measurement. Zero-method with needle visible in viewfinder. On-Off Switch: located atop camera.
  • Exposure Range: EV 2—17
  • Battery: 1.35 volt mercury battery (Eveready or UCAR EPX625, Mallory PX625, or equivalent)
  • Film Speed Range: ASA 25-1600
  • Viewfinder: Pentaprism type wide-vision finder shows 97% of actual picture field; Interchangeable focusing screens; Visible exposure meter needle.
  • Viewfinder Magnification: 0.92X at infinity with standard 50mm lens.
  • Viewfinder Apparent Field View: Focusing Screens: 23 30' & 35- 1-13 Microprism/split image-matte type provided. Interchangeable with any of 11 additional screens.
  • Reflex Mirror: Oversize, quick return type with mirror lock-up control.
  • Flash Contacts: FP-X switch type contact.
  • Flash Synchronization: With electronic flash (X) 1 to 1 /60 sec. With class "M" bulbs (X) 1 to 1/15 sec. With class "F" bulbs (X) 1 to 1/15 sec. With focal plane bulbs (FP) 1/60 to 1/1000 sec.
  • Hot Shoe Socket: Built-in. Easy to attach Accessory Shoe 1 available.
  • Film Advance: (Manual) Ratchet type film advance. May be advanced in one stroke or several short strokes for a total of 150 rotation, pre-advance angle 30 . Built-in prevention against double advance with double exposure override capability.
  • Exposure Counter: Progressive type from "S" (Start) to 36 and "E" (End). Counter automatically resets to ”S" when camera back is opened.
  • Film Rewinding: Rewind crank with automatic-resetting rewind release lever.
  • Camera Back:  Removable hinge type. Interchangeable with Recordata Back 1 and 250 Film Back 1.
  • Dimensions & Weights: With F1.8 lens: 136mm x 83mm x 81mm (5-3/8" x 3-1/4" x 3-3/16") : 680 gr. (24.0 oz.) Body only: 136mm x 83mm x 50mm (5-3/8” x 3-1/4" x 2") 510 gr. <18.0 oz.)
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