Welcome to Vintage 35MM Film Camera Collector!
We specialize in rare and hard to find vintage Leica, Cannon, Arriflex, Hasselblad, and Nikon 35mm Film Cameras. All of the 35mm cameras we feature are in near mint condition with very light signs of wear and are absolutely fully functional.
We specialize in rare and hard to find vintage Leica, Cannon, Arriflex, Hasselblad, and Nikon 35mm Film Cameras. All of the 35mm cameras we feature are in near mint condition with very light signs of wear and are absolutely fully functional.
Our supply is limited, but we continually re-stock as vintage 35mm cameras become availabe to us. Cameras we usually carry are: Arriflex, Canon Hansa, Hasselblad, Leica M7, Leica M8, Nikon, Rolleiflex
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- Look for accessories, such as extra lenses, carrying cases and light meters, as they add value to a camera.
- Examine a Leica for military markings for the British or German armies or air forces, as these are desirable.
- Seek out cameras with their original packaging and instruction booklets.
Cameras have come a long way since the fist unwieldy wet-plate models of the 19th century. From Brownies to SLRs, and from Instamatics to spy cameras, the changing technology can make for a fascinating collection. The first photography was taken in 1826 by a Frenchman, Joseph Niepce, and the photographic plate was invented 12 years later by Louis Daguerre. In 1880 George Eastman set up the Eastman Dry Plate Company, later renamde Kodak, and its full developing and printing service first brought photography to a wide market. Kodak produced the Brownie camera between 1900 and 1930, but so many were made that they are not worth much today.
That's not the case with the Leica camera. Produced in Germany since 1925, it was one of the first really practical, compact 35 mm film cameras. Some Leicas are now worth $5,000 or more, so inspect any engraving - it may indicate a rare version. The serial number on the top can be used to date the camera. Generally, though, many vintage cameras are affordable.