Fujica STX1 (1979)
A 35mm SLR camera released in 1979, part of Fujica's X-mount line aimed at entry-level photographers.
Overview
The Fujica STX1 is a 35mm single-lens reflex camera produced in the late 1970s, with a confirmed release in 1979. It was positioned as an entry-level model, designed to offer manual control and TTL metering in a compact SLR body. The camera uses the Fujica X-bayonet mount, making it compatible with Fujinon X-series lenses, including the commonly bundled Fujinon 50mm or 55mm f/2.2 lenses. It features full-aperture TTL match-needle metering, with stop-down exposure at the moment of capture via a lever in the lens mount.
Specifications
| Shutter Speed | 1/2 to 1/700 sec + B |
| ISO Range | 25 to 3200 |
| Metering | TTL match needle exposure at full aperture |
| Lens Mount | Fujica X-bayonet mount |
| Film Format | 35mm |
| Features | Self-timer, depth of field preview button |
Design
The STX1 is a fully manual 35mm SLR, built as Fujica's response to the compact SLR trend of the late 1970s. It uses a canvas shutter and relies on through-the-lens metering with a match-needle display, requiring no electronic automation for basic operation.
Context
Positioned as an entry-level optical reflex camera, the STX1 offered access to the sharpness of EBC-coated Fujinon lenses while maintaining a simpler, more affordable design than higher-end Fujica models. It arrived during a competitive era for 35mm SLRs and targeted amateur photographers seeking manual control without advanced automation.
Market
The camera has been observed in used, untested condition on resale platforms, with some users noting a loose film advance lever as a potential issue. Compatible X-mount lenses are reported to be rare, which may affect usability and collectibility.
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