josephbraun Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>I really like disposable cameras b/c of their light weight and their size I can just stick them in my pocket and walk around with them all day long. I would like to buy a fixed lens 35mm film camera like that with great optics(preferrably a rangefinder). Thanks in advance,</p> <p>J</p> <p>PS- i hope this is in the right place :)</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_clark___minnetonka_mi Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Try a Holga.<br />They're kinda like disposables & cheap.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SolaresLarrave Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 Hmmm... aren't Holgas zone focusing cameras? Don't they take 120 film? I'd tell you to go for a Yashica GS instead. Or a Canonet. Not as cheap, but still below USD100. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josephbraun Posted February 8, 2009 Author Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>well i would like better optics than holga.. but thanks. I was looking at Yashicas.. Are those fun to use? Are they heavy?</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjaminoliverhicks Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Here's a good resource for <a href="http://www.cameraquest.com/com35s.htm">small 35mm rangefinders</a>. I think a Holga would be too big for what you want.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_a11664881497 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Not a rangefinder, but with superb optics and very small and light - a Yashica T4. My wife had one and I used it more than she did.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charles_stobbs3 Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 For portability it's hard to beat an Olympus Stylus Epic (f 2.8 version) tucked into your shirt pocket with its lanyard around your neck. A little more versatile is any verson of a Konica C35 in a pouch with a belt clip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_hahn Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Any of the Minox 35's are wonderful. superb optics, smaller than a disposable... a real joy to use.<br> Next would be an Olympus XA.<br> The Contax T is larger and heavier, but nice.<br> Then you get into the Olympus Stylus Epic and Yashica T4 (in the side by side comparison *I* chose the Stylus).</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_clark___minnetonka_mi Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>I dunno but take a peek at these:<br /> <br />http://www.freestylephoto.biz/167120-Holga-135-Plastic-35mm-Camera?cat_id=1801<br /> <br /> I think they take 35mm film!<br /> Light leaks and all w/o photoshop!</p> <p> </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leicaglow Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Nikon 35ti would be my choice, but then I am willing to put up with a little extra weight for my pocketable Zeiss Ikon Contess 35mm folder.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCL Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Look at a used Tessina.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_amos Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 <p>Joseph, based on the little info you provide, I would suggest a Rollei 35, but this is not a rangefinder. I don't like it when people answer posts by saying you need to give more information on your needs because its like bouncing it back at you. But, I admit, if you don't prioritize your interests, then you provide no basis for what people should propose. Before you spend your money on anything out there you should understand what is out there. Its all available on line now. Personally, I agonize on everything I buy. Keep searching this site.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chad_hahn Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 <p>I am a fan of the Olympus XA. About the size of a pack of cigarettes, aperture priority, rangefinder, nice lens, plus they can be had pretty cheap.<br> Chad</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew in Austin Posted February 9, 2009 Share Posted February 9, 2009 <p>The Olympus XA2 forgoes the rangefinder for zone focusing and is even less expensive than the XA. It should within the $25 range.</p> Best Regards - Andrew in Austin, TX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
josephbraun Posted February 9, 2009 Author Share Posted February 9, 2009 <p>Thanks for all of your responses... Those are some nice pieces! If possible I would like a flash on my camera and I would like a large aperture lens (~f/1.8). The</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
e_b7 Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 <p>If you want a fast lens, the little compacts mentioned so far won't work for you. You could try an older rangefinder camera, such as a Minolta HiMatic 7 or 9. Fast lenses, and cheap. No built-in flash, but small flashes are not expensive. The Leica CM has a built-in flash and an f2.8 lens. Cost is closer to $1,000 used, as opposed to $100. Traditional Leicas do not have flash attached, but can be mounted with fast lenses as well as flash. Perhaps you need a small digital camera? Don't know details of your requirements, but hope that helps.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey L.T. von Glück Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 <p>Try a Canonet. 40mm lens, 35mm film. Great little camera. Search 'Canonet' on this forum.</p> Jeffrey L. T. von Gluck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertshults Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 <p>Joseph, the Yashica Electro 35 series (especially the GT / GS variants) are indeed quite fun to use, have a hot shoe, and are fitted with 45mm f/1.7 attached lenses. They are, however, rather heavy and bulky (certainly larger than a Leica M, for example); not exactly "pocketable".</p> <p>But, if you think one of these would fit your needs, send me an email.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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