Fuji DL-400 (1987)
A dual-lens 35mm point-and-shoot with motorized 35mm and 70mm focal lengths
Overview
The Fuji DL-400 is a 35mm compact point-and-shoot introduced in 1987 as the top model in Fuji's DL range. It has a dual-lens system branded "bifocal," which lets the user switch between 35mm and 70mm focal lengths. It was sold as the Fuji DL-400 Tele and later as variants like the DL-400 Tele Super Date, and it was noted for its design in the late 1980s compact market. It takes DX-coded 135 roll film and shoots the standard 24x36mm frame.
Specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Film | 135 DX roll film |
| Picture Size | 24x36mm |
| ISO | 50–1600 + DX coding |
| Lens | 35–70mm f/3.5–f/6.7 |
| Lens Branding | Fujinon Bifocal Lens, motorized tele/wide |
| Dimensions | 139.5 x 73.5 x 55.5 mm |
| Weight | 323 g |
Design
The DL-400 uses two fixed lenses in one body, with a motor to switch between wide (35mm) and tele (70mm). Fuji marketed it as a "bifocal" autofocus system. There is no traditional zoom lens, so switching perspectives is quick.
Context
The Fuji DL-400 Tele launched in 1987 as the flagship of Fuji's compact line. It was recognized as one of the more innovative 35mm compacts of its time, in a market dominated by single-focal-length point-and-shoots. It belongs to the Fuji DL range and was later updated with variants like the DL-400 Tele Super Date, which added date imprinting.
Market
Recent sales of the Fuji DL-400 have run from $30 to $150. Some units were advertised as tested and working, including full CLA (Clean, Lubricate, Adjust) service. One listing asked €30 for a working unit, which points to moderate collector interest.
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