Ricoh Auto Half E Vintage 1960s Half Frame 35mm Camera In RARE Groovy Pattern
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:48925779 | Model: Auto Half E |
| Color: Green | Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan |
| Year Manufactured: 1960s | Format: 35 mm |
| Focus Type: Auto | Type: Half Frame |
| Brand: Ricoh |
This is a Ricoh Auto Half E, one of the earliest examples from Ricoh's series of pocket-sized half frame cameras, likely dating to the early- to mid-1960s. This vintage half frame camera was made in Japan and takes 35mm film. However, it shoots two exposures per negative to produce prints with two photos each (hence the term "half frame").
This retro point-and-shoot is in working condition, though a camera shop recommended replacing the foam on the camera back to improve photo... quality. As is, the camera captures subjects in good lighting well but will yield some artifacts in prints, which you could say gives them a more vintage appeal. The camera features a 25mm lens with f/2.8 max aperture and was very compact for the day. This well preserved example comes with the original lens cap and camera strap.
But this particular Auto Half E's best feature is its unique silver and green graphic on the front. The pattern adds to the camera's 1960s flavor and makes it stand out from other Auto Halfs from the same era. As you'd expect of a used camera over 50 years old, there is some wear on the body and the viewfinder is cloudy. But overall this little camera is in great shape for its age.
If you're looking for a vintage film camera that fits in your pocket and has a classic '60s look, this is the one for you!
This retro point-and-shoot is in working condition, though a camera shop recommended replacing the foam on the camera back to improve photo... quality. As is, the camera captures subjects in good lighting well but will yield some artifacts in prints, which you could say gives them a more vintage appeal. The camera features a 25mm lens with f/2.8 max aperture and was very compact for the day. This well preserved example comes with the original lens cap and camera strap.
But this particular Auto Half E's best feature is its unique silver and green graphic on the front. The pattern adds to the camera's 1960s flavor and makes it stand out from other Auto Halfs from the same era. As you'd expect of a used camera over 50 years old, there is some wear on the body and the viewfinder is cloudy. But overall this little camera is in great shape for its age.
If you're looking for a vintage film camera that fits in your pocket and has a classic '60s look, this is the one for you!
