Fujica ST705W (1977)
A fully manual 35mm SLR camera with through-the-lens metering, introduced in 1977 and built around the M42 screw lens mount.
Overview
The Fujica ST705W is a fully manual 35mm film SLR made by Fujica (Fuji Photo Film). It was first manufactured in 1977. It belongs to a generation of mechanical SLRs built for precision and simplicity, for photographers who want direct control over exposure and focus. The camera takes M42 screw-mount lenses, so a wide range of interchangeable lenses fit. It has an improved through-the-lens exposure meter system with two silicon photocell light receptors. There is no electronic automation, but the mechanical shutter and manual operation make it a durable tool for film work.
Specifications
| Product type | 35mm Fully Manual SLR Camera |
| Production year | 1977 |
| Lens mount | M42 (42mm) Screw Lens Mount |
| Shutter speeds | 1-1/1500s, B |
| Shutter type | Cloth Focal Plane Shutter |
| ISO range | 25-3200 |
| Exposure meter | 2 Silicon photocell light receptors |
| Dimensions | 5.24 x 3.39 |
| Weight | 780 g with F1.8 lens |
Design
The Fujica ST705W is a mechanical 35mm SLR with an improved through-the-lens exposure meter system. The meter uses two silicon photocell light receptors. The controls are fully manual, and the camera relies on a cloth focal plane shutter.
Market
Used units have been listed at various prices around the world. Examples are $69.99 on eBay, £125.00 on high5cameras.com (refurbished, with a Fujinon 55mm f1.8 lens), and AU$144.82 on Etsy. Some listings include the Fujinon 55mm f1.8 or f1.6 lenses. The latter is noted to sell separately for $200-300+ on eBay. Refurbished units are described as having working meters, which points to serviceability.
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