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The camera was purchased for my Grandaughter so she could learn photography. These are very heavy cameras to carry around your neck all day. They take good photos with the proper film and lens. Some of the cameras of the same era use batteries that are difficult to obtain. This camera uses 4 AA cells that can easily be purchased anywhere. The one that I purchased had a defective drive mechanism that set the F-stop automatically. The meter was reasonably accurate considering it age. The fact that the mechanical portion did not work was great for my grandaughter. That made her think about what she was doing and set the camera her self. Good learning tool and so far her photos have looked really good. A fully functional FS-1 is a good camera for any kind of photo work. The lens are sharp and the photos are very good. Like any camera, you can take bad photos with this model as well as any other camera. But for a begenning photographer, its a winner. Find a good solid FS-1, and shoot away. Good bang for your bucks. EnjoyRead full review
Overall it's a really nice camera...with great lenses. It's easy to use 35mm camera and one of my favorites. When I bought the Konica FS-1,the first thing I did was clean the battery comparment contacts, as well as the body battery contacts and it worked flawlessly since then. This simple maintenance makes a big difference...by maintaining constant voltage to the electrics. It's a nicely made camera and it is currently very inexpensive. The meter is OK for it's time. It has film auto-loading and auto-advance. And let's not forget the ergonomic grip. The lenses say it all and produce beautiful images. Just buy one!!!
I bought the FS-1 as a back up to my Konica FT-1, and it also allowed me to use Black&White film in one of my auto-drivers, while using color film in the other. I have always loved the Konica cameras, and the FS, and FT are the last in a long line of fine cameras. The camera is solid, with only the battery compartment being the weak point if anything, and I have never had a problem with the battery holder. I have purchased other cameras on ebay, but the strong point for the Konica's is their lenses, as they are some of the finest in the world, and yess, I would buy another again.
Well packed. Very clean ...looks rarely used. Bought it for parts. Works great. Thanks
Verified purchase: Yes
good pictures - great results - thank you
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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