Can someone recommend a 35 mm camera?

Question

Not anything too expensive; I'm only in high school. Also, nothing too big.

Sorry, I should've said this before, but I'd prefer an SLR camera.

Answer 1

Go to KEH Camera Brokers

http://www.keh.com/

They have a lot of great used and a fair amount of new equipment available.

Until you figure out exactly what you want to do, I would recommend you get a Nikon FA with a 50mm f/1.2 AIS lens and learn to use it in full manual mode. Once you know how to set a proper exposure, you can begin to experiment with the various automatic settings.

In any case, your best bet is to start with some good used equipment, it's much less expensive than new equipment.

Answer 2

I would suggest that you go to www.keh.com, click on conact, call the number and talk to someone who knows what they are talking about. If you get Arthur, you got the best I know.

You don't say whether you want a point and shoot or a Single Lens Reflex. You can get very good point and shoots probably for less than $100 that will give you a 3x or 4x zoom. They are easy to use, small enough to carry in a shirt pocket or purse and require little or no knowledge of photography other than just how to push the shutter button.

If you want a 35mm SLR, I would suggest either a Canon A1, AE1, Pentax K1000, or an Olympus OM1 or OM2. These cameras are basically made of metal and they have interchangable lenses. Accessory lenses are available all the time. I have a Pentax ME Super that looks brand new, has just come out of the shop and still has a warranty. There are three lenses with it - a 50mm f2 that came with the camera, and two zooms, absolutely brand new - 28-70 (I think) and a 70-210 (or perhaps a 205). I can also supply a users manual. This is an excellent camera, had a complete over haul and still has about 120 days on the warranty.

I also have a Canon AE-1, not AE1 Program that went through an over haul at the same time. I have a pot load of lenses to choose from there - just about anything you would absolutely need. I have also a Canon A1, which takes the same lenses and though they are out of warranty, I will warranty them for 60 days.

What is an over haul? It is always necessary to have the camera cleaned, shutter speeds adjusted, new foam so light will not sneak in and other minor things done on occasion. The over haul cost me 130$ each camera. The only place I know where you can get cameras in similar condition is at www.keh.com

I have been a photographer for 40 years and have used the same cameras (Olympus OM1) for almost all of that time.

If you are interested in any of the above, let me know and I will quote prices. They would be more expensive than something you would buy at a pawn shop, but if you use your cameras almost every day, you have to have them in good working order and mine are always kept that way. The Pentax does not have any cosmetic problems, the Canons will have a minimum of what they call "brassing" or cosmetic scratches that will not affect the operation of the cameras.

If you take one of the Canons, a 50mm will be included, if y ou want the Pentax, all of the lenses have to go with it since I have no other cameras that take those lenses. The two zooms cost me 160$ and I will turn them for that, the camera with the 50mm will cost $150, so the total cost of that camera would be $310. Any of the Canons would be $160 with a 50mm in them, other lenses would depend on which ones you wanted. These are all manual focus and can be used in the Program mode or the Manual mode and flashes are available for all of them.

I bought them from my two sisters and brought the working condition up to where they operate like new.

I don't normally sell my cameras, but these three I simply don't need.

Answer 3

You can always pick up a Pentax K1000 or Canon AE-1 for very cheap but I would really encourage you to go digital. You learn so much faster if you can see right away the effects of different settings. Also, it is way cheaper in the long run to use a digital camera. You can take thousands of photos on the same card. If you take 1000 photos, that's at least $400 for the film and the developing. If you're using digital, you can take the same number of photos and pay nothing. You only have to pay to print the photos you like the best and at $0.24 a 4x6 that's not bad.

There are good things I could say about the film cameras as well, especially the older ones. i still have an AE-1 and the thing still works after 30 years!. Try that with a digital camera.
I like how solid they used to build those things. But I hate having to wait to develop film...

Answer 4

You need to go to a camera store. Try a Canon and Nikon and see which grip you like better. I am a Nikon Girl, they are easier with big hands. If you have small hand the Canon's are great. You have to be comfortable handling the camera. These 2 companies are constantly improving their cameras. You can get the discontinued models for a great price when they unload them for the new model. I would get a Nikon D40 if you can swing it for a digital. It is a great camera for the price. Ritzcamera.com is offering great deals which include the bag and lens and they pay sales tax. If your school requires you develop film, I would get a film camera second hand. Just remember with a 35mm the lenses only work on the brand of camera you buy. Nikon lenses for Nikon cameras etc. If you choose down the road to change brands you will have to change all your lenses as well. Remember to always buy a filter to protect you lense, and a decent camera bag to protect your purchase. Happy shooting!

Answer 5

It's very hard to answer your question without having some information about your budget. A lot of people are suggesting digital, Nikon and Canon - all expensive options (regardless of the whole, "You can find a bargain here..." stories.)

What do you want to accomplish with this camera? How much do you really want to spend?

Answer 6

Go for anything with a 50mm Zeiss lens, they are ace. Alternatively, Canon or Nikon do marvellous cameras and you can pick them up cheaply now all the idiots have gone for digital. A quality Nikon with a standard 50mm lens will do all you want it to. Don't bother with zooms, you can use your legs to get closer. Don't go for mega gadgetry but stay basic. £50 should buy you a cracker. I have one I found on a boot sale for £40 and it has taken professional quality pictures I have used in magazines and stories. Good luck and good hunting.

Answer 7

Pentax K1000

( Make sure it says ' Asahi ' - you can find it on Ebay )

Or OM2000

These are all manual cameras that were well made and will probably outlast you.

Answer 8

go to a salvation army or good will store and get a point and shoot or walmart for a new 35mm point and shoot 3 cheap places for you. take a couple of aa bateries if u get a used one so u can try it out(check the flash etc. god luck. or try a yard sale.

Answer 9

There is this toy company that makes these polly pocket 35 mm cameras. i bought one at Ross for about 3 dollars. they have them on Amazon.com for about 20$. they dont have flash and they don't need batteries. The pictures the camera takes are pretty good. it comes with the camera, a roll of film, a photo album, and a picture frame. The camera also comes in a Spiderman edition. here is the page.
http://www.amazon.com/Polly-Pocket-Outdoor-Camera-Picture/dp/B0002FYQZS/ref=sr_1_1/002-4307741-4992809?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1181670017&sr=8-1

Answer 10

Any reason you don't want to go digital?