Gear Package Sale: Rare Olympus 35RD Rangefinder with National Geographic Earth Explorer Bag and free filters!

I'm sure if you are familiar with Olympus RF cameras, the 35RD is probably one of the most famous yet most hard to find ones.

The Oly 35 RD belongs in the elite small group of compact 35 Rangefinders with faster than f/2 lenses, automatic exposure, and manual over-ride. 

It competes with the Leica CL, at far less cost. 

"To really appreciate the Olympus RD you need to try to find a new camera today with its features.  You can't.  There are simply no compact rangefinder cameras made today with a faster than f/2 lens.  If you want available light and quiet shooting on a budget, this is an excellent choice."

• Compact 35 Rangefinder with six element 40/1.7 lens, focusing to 34"
• VERY BRIGHT viewfinder/rangefinder.
• The RD has Guide Number Automatic Flash exposure!  What's that you ask?  A great way to get accurate flash shots.
• Very Quiet leaf shutter.
• Manual over-ride.
• An unusual feature is that the Viewfinder will still show the chosen f/stop on manual exposure.  Most compact 35's have no  finder indication of f/stops when on manual.
• Large, convenient easy to use controls
• Beautifully finished
• Electronic Flash sync at all speeds, 1/2 to 1/500 plus B.
• CDS cell inside 49mm ring, making filter compensation automatic
• ASA range 25-800
• Hot Shoe and PC outlet
• The battery off switch is the lens cap, which on the lens stops current flow.
• Weight 17 oz,  measurements 4 1/2" x 2 3/4" x 2 1/4", slightly smaller than the Canon GIII QL,  49 mm filters

SPECIFICATIONS:

• AE Exposure Control: AE - shutter preferred, except B - Light meter coupled 
• Battery: PX625 1.35 volt mercury cell or MRB625 1.4 volt (mercury free) zinc-air cell
• Exposure Meter: (CdS) cadmium sulphide photo resistor and a galvonometer needle
• Exposure Modes: Unmetered Manual Mode, Shutter-Preferred Auto Mode, Flashmatic Mode
• EV Range: EV 2.5 to EV17 @ ISO 100
• Film Advanced: Lever type - single stroke manual advance lever
• Film Rewind: Film release button on the bottom of the camera.
• Film Speed Scale: ASA 25 - 800
• Filter Size: 49mm
• Flash Synchonization: at all shutter speeds using the X contact or PC socket
• Flashmatic System: Guide Number Scale {10m to 40m, ( 32ft to 90ft)}
• Focus Range: .85 meters/2.8 ft. to infinity
• Focusing: double image coupled rangefinder
• Lens: F. Zuiko f/1.7 - 6 elements in 4 groups - F is the sixth letter of the alphabet
• Self Timer: Lever operated with a 10 second delay
• Shutter: Seiko mechanical leaf shutter, between the lens
• Shutter Speeds: B, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8,1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
• Viewfinder: 0.6x, aperture indicator, red zone for insufficient light
• Size & Weight: 4 1/4" x 2 3/4" x 2 1/4" - 17 1/2 ounces. (470 grams)

Item Description:

Sacrifice sale, emergency cash need. It would be hard to let this one go after many times spent together. :( Hope I could buy one again in the future when im riiiich.

Camera is very small and compact. Very light compared to classic slr's and other rangefinders.

The National Geographic NG 2343 Earth Explorer Small Shoulder Bag is designed to hold and protect a small D-SLR, 2 point & shoot cameras, 2 rangefinders or camcorder with accessories and personal effects. The bag is dividable using two half size dividers. There is a rollaway zipper-sealed flap that provides weather protection.

• Padded, cotton-hemp blend shoulder bag made to carry a photo or video camera outfit.

• Earth Explorer bags are treated for water resistance and include a nylon inner shell for excellent moisture protection.

• Padded main compartment holds and protects a small D-SLR, point & shoot camera or camcorder

• Two halfway modular dividers used to enable specific equipment setup.

• Quick-snap buckle allows easy access to your equipment.

• Special connecting loops allow you to tie additional gear to the exterior of the bag.

• Roll-away, zipper-sealed flap provides weather protection.

Pockets:

• Front pocket with media accessory accommodation
• Two small external pouches to carry phone and MP3 player
• Rear flat pocket for accessories and personal effects

Carrying options:

• Thick 40 mm wide shoulder strap
• Sturdy grip handle.
• Belt loop connections (belt not included).

Material

Exterior: Cotton hemp blend
Interior: Foam padding

Type of Closure

Quick snap buckle
Zippers

Exterior Dimensions

6.2 x 6.2 x 8.6" (16 x 16 x 22cm) (LxWxH)

Interior Dimensions

5.9 x 4.7 x 7.0" (15 x 12 x 18cm) (LxWxH)

Design

Padded shoulder bag with pockets and a hand grip

Accommodates

Digital, film,  or video camera with accessories

Carrying/Transport Options

Shoulder strap
Grip handle
Belt loop

Weight

1.4 lbs (635g)