Nikon One Touch (AF3) – 1987

February 22, 2023February 22, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Nikon followed up on the success of their first autofocus compact 35mm camera the Nikon L35AF (1983) with the AF2 in 1984 and then this model the One Touch (AF3). It’s a bit confusing because nowhere did Nikon call this third version the AF3 – it was simply the Nikon One Touch. The good news is that I have a beautiful One Touch in mint condition and still in its original box and with all of its factory goodies. I’ve shot two rolls with it recently and I’m always amazed at just how sharp the images are with this camera and with some Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400 film. The lens is a fast and sharp Nikon 35mm f/2.8 glass lens with macro (close-up) coupled with as Nikon describes a 16-step autofocus system.

Nearly new complete set.

It’s fun whenever you get to collect such a nice camera with all of its original goodies.

Gorgeous Nikon One Touch. A much more modern design than the 1983 original.

Sample image shot on Fujicolor Superia X-TRA 400 color negative film.

If you’re interested in this camera I’ve added it to my shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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New in the Shop – Saturday Specials

February 4, 2023February 4, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

I’ve added some really neat cameras in my Etsy-supported camera shop, CC Design Studios. As always, I have an eclectic mix of classic cameras and gear all fully tested and ready for your adventures. A few examples are shown below.

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The Polaroid OneStep was recently acquired from another collector who has had it since new. Although I haven’t run a fresh pack of film through it it’s been checked and I see no reason why it wouldn’t enjoy another active life. The new Polaroid company makes all types of film packs for this model which uses the popular Polaroid 600 film (color and black & white). The Nikon L35AF was Nikon’s first autofocus compact 35mm camera in 1983 and one of its most successful in a long line of similar models (One Touch). This one has been thoroughly tested and I’ve shot two rolls of fresh Fujicolor through it. The pictures came out great – I see why this camera has such a good reputation.

How about a couple of super nice Canons? My awesome Canon A-1 1980 Winter Olympics Edition 35mm SLR will come to you as clean as new and fully serviced and tested! The A-1 is a joy to use and with a host of Canon accessories available, it’s the perfect 35mm system camera. This one has been in my collection for years and I’ve decided to pass it along as I just can’t keep all of the cameras I own (or can I?). If you’re looking for a sharp DSLR then you’ll love my Canon EOS 7D with its Canon battery grip it’s the kind of heavyweight DSLR to handle your toughest photographic challenges. Like everything I have in my shop, the 7D is fully tested and ready for you (it was my personal camera for years). It looks and operates like new and includes its original box, instruction booklets, charger, and batteries.

The Olympus SP-800UZ is a wildly capable 14-megapixel bridge camera with an amazing 30x wide-angle optical zoom lens. Its CCD sensor produces film-like images in stunning clarity. How about a 35mm equivalent zoom range of 28-840mm! Full wide-angle to super telephoto and with super macro ability to within 1 cm of the lens!

As always, thanks for stopping by and feel free to stop by my shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com – Chris

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Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

January 26, 2023January 26, 2023Chris and Carol 2 Comments

Classic Canon point & shoot compact but powerful digital camera.

Classic Canon PowerShot SX160 IS CCD 16MP digital camera set. Super sharp Canon 16x optical zoom lens 28-448mm (35 EQ). Has Manual Mode!

Simple ‘Mode Dial’ – full manual control!

This wonderful camera is available in my online camera shop which is hosted by Etsy at http://www.ccstudio2380.com – Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Olympus SP-800UZ ‘Super Camera’

January 23, 2023January 23, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

I enjoy finding these “classic” digicams from the early part of this century (it’s funny to say that) with CCD sensors and sharp mega-zoom lenses.

Olympus wide-angle optical 30x zoom lens with macro and super macro capabilities.

The camera features a large (3-inch) color LCD display. 14 megapixels is plenty of resolution for such a compact digital bridge camera.

Actually, it has dual stabilization. In super macro mode, the camera lens can focus as close as 1 cm!

The Olympus SP-800UZ Digital Camera lets you get close to the action with its 30x wide-angle 28mm zoom lens. This lens has an amazing 28-840mm range (equivalent in 35mm). If your subject is far away you can still get up close and personal with the telephoto end of the zoom, while the 28mm wide-angle lets you capture breathtaking panoramas. Considering these capabilities, this is still a very compact 14-megapixel camera. Composing photos is easy on the camera’s bright 3.0″ LCD screen, and it is easy to view even in the bright sun.

Intelligent Auto (iAuto) Mode analyzes your composition and automatically adjusts critical exposure settings for brilliant, hassle-free shooting. Other features including Shadow Adjustment Technology, AF Tracking, and Dual Image Stabilization, make it easy to take great photos. Take beautiful portraits, by softening shadows and smoothing wrinkles and blemishes on your subject’s face with the Beauty Mode feature. Edits can also be made inside the camera after taking the picture.

The camera allows you to create stylized looks for your photos with Creative Art Filters, and use the Panorama mode to create one large image. If you need to capture a moving subject, the camera shoots HD-quality movies with the touch of one button. You can store all of your images on the internal 2GB memory, or use SD/ SDHC media cards to better interface with computers, digital picture frames, and HDTVs.

If you want a super awesome CCD digital bridge camera then this Olympus is for you. It’s in my camera shop which is hosted by Etsy at http://www.ccstudio2380.com – Thanks, Chris

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Yashica MF-2 Super DX with AM Radio

January 10, 2023January 10, 2023Chris and Carol Leave a comment

A unique pairing to be sure. This is the original MF-2 Super made by Kyocera in 1986, not the current model being sold by the “new” and not associated with the real Yashica company in China.

Sharp Yashica 38mm lens (3 elements, 3 groups).

Includes the rare Yashica AM Receiver MF-2S which gets its power from the camera.

This is the last Yashica “Plastic Fantastic” still new in its original box in my collection. I’ve enjoyed collecting these neat Yashicas over the years but as I get older I realize the value of sharing my collection with others. It’s in my online camera shop hosted by Etsy at http://www.ccstudio2380.com.

Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Yashica Gems – Friday Fotos!

December 30, 2022December 30, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Yashica TL Electro X ITS (in black) and TL Electro X with Auto Yashinon-DS f/1.7 50mm lens (foreground).

Thanks for stopping by and be sure to stop by my shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com – Chris

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Just in time for Christmas – Canon AE-1 35mm SLR

December 4, 2022December 4, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Just in time for your holiday shopping and gift-giving, I have another beautiful Canon AE-1 from my collection. This one comes with a sharp Canon New FD 50mm f1.8 lens. It’s been fully serviced with new light seals and a new mirror bumper pad and it’s been lubed to ensure that there’s no squeal or squeak from the mirror assembly (commonly known as shutter squeal).

The instruction book is also in mint condition. It’s one of the best booklets I’ve ever had with my Canons. Looks new!

The Canon AE-1 is one of the easiest Canons made.

I also have this one available in my shop.

As always, thanks for stopping by, and feel free to pop on over to my camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com, Chris

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Canon Booster T Finder

December 3, 2022December 4, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Here is a very nice early version of this important accessory from Canon for the original Canon F-1.

Canon Booster T Finder for the Canon F-1
– Mint in Box w/ Leather Case,
Connecting Cord, New Battery, Prism Cover
– Fully Tested – 1 Owner

The Booster T Finder, interchangeable with the
F-1 pentagonal prism section reads precise
exposures with its electronic timer under
extremely dim lighting conditions. It is
effective for photomicrography, macro-
photography, and when shooting indoors
or night scenes where timed exposures
are necessary.

It will complete as pictured. The leather case
is in near-perfect condition as is the finder
itself. The Canon connecting cord 6V 2B is
also in excellent condition and is the correct
cord for the finder. The finder is powered
by an easy-to-find A544 6V alkaline battery
which I’ve included.

This finder was a key part of my Canon F-1 collection
that I’m now downsizing.

The case is in exceptionally nice condition.

The battery test indicates all is up and running.

The Booster T Finder replaces the eye-level pentaprism finder on the Canon F-1.

Shown here with the standard eye-level finder removed from the original F-1.

If you’re interested in adding this interesting F-1 accessory to your own Canon collection then pop on over to my online shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com where I’m having a nice sale on everything at 10% off for a limited time. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Canon A-1 35mm SLR – 1980 Winter Olympics Edition

November 30, 2022November 30, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris – My Canon A-1 35mm SLR 1980 Winter Olympics camera set is now available in my camera shop at www.ccstudio2380.com It’s in collector’s condition and has been professionally serviced (new light seals, mirror pad, and lubed) and is 100% fully working. Don’t miss out on this gem of a camera! Thanks for stopping by, Chris #canona1 #canon #canoncamera #35mm #slr #filmcamera #canonolympics #1980olympics #jeanclaudekilly #lakeplacid #madeinjapan #photography #ccstudio2380

As always, thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Canon FD Lens Brochure with a full-color centerfold poster – 1978

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022Chris and Carol Leave a comment

Although it’s undated my sharp eyes spotted a date code on the lens (rear mounting plate) beginning with ‘S’ which is 1978. The brochure features the new Canon New FD lens lineup and I hadn’t seen it before acquiring it recently in a large camera and photogear purchase.

Lovely centerfold that’s about 17 x 22 inches big!

A pretty neat cover shot for this hard-to-find brochure.

There’s some nice tech stuff inside in addition to the great pics and charts.

The date code that I see is ‘S1105’ for November 1978.

Since my Canon collection is bursting at the seams, I’ve added this brochure to the inventory of my online camera shop at http://www.ccstudio2380.com. Thanks for stopping by, Chris

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Yashica cameras and so much more!

Category In the Shop at www.ccstudio2380.com

Nikon One Touch (AF3) – 1987

New in the Shop – Saturday Specials

Canon PowerShot SX160 IS

Olympus SP-800UZ ‘Super Camera’

Yashica MF-2 Super DX with AM Radio

Yashica Gems – Friday Fotos!

Just in time for Christmas – Canon AE-1 35mm SLR

Canon Booster T Finder

Canon A-1 35mm SLR – 1980 Winter Olympics Edition

Canon FD Lens Brochure with a full-color centerfold poster – 1978