Used Olympus Trip 35
Condition & contents
| Grading | Good used condition with a few minor scuffs and some signs of use to all surfaces. Shutter firing correctly. |
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| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 6 month warranty |
| Includes | Lens cap |
At a glance: Olympus Trip 35 - iconic battery-free 35mm compact with fixed 40mm f/2.8 Zuiko lens.
About this lens
The Olympus Trip 35 is one of the most celebrated 35mm compact cameras ever made - produced from 1967 to 1984, sold over 10 million units. Zone-focus, selenium-cell-powered exposure (no batteries!), fixed 40mm f/2.8 Zuiko lens. A cult camera for film enthusiasts for its reliability, characterful optics and simplicity.
Build & handling
| Type | 35mm compact zone-focus camera |
|---|---|
| Film format | 35mm (135) |
| Lens | Fixed Olympus D.Zuiko 40mm f/2.8 |
| Focus | Zone focus (4 distance zones, set manually) |
| Metering | Selenium cell - no batteries needed |
| Shutter | Auto-programmed (1/40 to 1/200s) |
| Weight | Approx. 390g |
Works with
- Uses 35mm (135) film
- Fixed 40mm Zuiko lens (not interchangeable)
- No batteries needed
Best for
An iconic film camera - the Trip 35 is characterised by remarkable durability (10+ million units, many still shooting today), battery-free operation (selenium cell), excellent 40mm Zuiko optics, and a zone-focus system that encourages deliberate shooting. A favourite of film photographers and a true classic.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Trip 35 so celebrated?
Legendary reliability and longevity - many 50-year-old Trip 35s are still shooting today. Excellent Zuiko lens, battery-free operation, zone-focus simplicity, and characterful rendering. A genuine classic from Olympus's golden age of compact cameras.
How does zone focus work?
Rather than precise manual focus, you select one of four distance zones (close-up, portrait, group, infinity) indicated by symbols or distance ranges on the lens barrel. At f/2.8 with a 40mm lens, depth of field is forgiving enough that zone focus works well for most everyday subjects.
Specifications
| Type | Compact Film |
|---|---|
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Olympus |