Konica FS-1 ()
A 35mm SLR camera with built-in motor drive and shutter-priority TTL metering, .
Overview
It was one of the first 35mm SLRs with a built-in motor drive, so it advances the film automatically and shoots continuously. It's easy to use. The FS-1 gives you shutter-priority automatic exposure with through-the-lens (TTL) metering, and it sets exposure for each frame during continuous shooting. It uses the , which works with Hexanon lenses, and the viewfinder is noticeably brighter than earlier Autoreflex models like the T3N. The camera runs on , and two LEDs in the viewfinder warn you when the battery is low.
Specifications
| Type | 35mm Single-Lens Reflex (SLR) |
| Film Format | 35mm (135) |
| Years Produced | |
| Lens Mount | |
| Shutter Speed Range | 2s – 1/1000s |
| Exposure Control | Shutter-priority AE, TTL manual metering |
| Power Source | |
| Sync | PC sync |
| Dimensions | 146 mm × 90 mm × 73 mm |
Design
The Konica FS-1 is a lightweight, compact SLR with a built-in motor drive for automatic film loading and continuous shooting. Everything runs on , and two LEDs in the viewfinder show a low-power warning. The TTL metering system sets exposure for each frame during continuous operation, which keeps exposure consistent.
Context
Konica positioned the FS-1 as a modern, user-friendly SLR. It marked a shift in Konica's SLR design toward automation and ease of use. It shares the with the earlier Autoreflex series, but the ergonomics and viewfinder brightness are better. It was one of the first 35mm SLRs with a built-in motor drive, and it was a significant step in bringing motorized film advance to consumer SLRs.
Market
The Konica FS-1 had an original list price of $337.50 in 1979, equivalent to approximately $1,191.91 in 2020 dollars. Collectors value it modestly, and complete setups turn up on the used market now and then.
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