Olympus Film Cameras

Olympus made some of the best-loved film cameras ever built, from the compact OM SLRs to pocketable classics like the XA and mju series. Every Olympus film camera here is checked before listing and described honestly, including any faults.

Olympus OM SLR cameras

The OM system was famously small and light for a 35mm SLR. The OM-1 is fully mechanical and only needs a battery for its meter; the OM-2 adds aperture-priority auto exposure; and the OM-10 is an easy, affordable first SLR. They all take OM Zuiko lenses, which are sharp, compact and still good value.

Olympus compact film cameras

The mju II is one of the most sought-after point-and-shoot cameras, with a fast f/2.8 lens and weatherproof body. The rangefinder-style XA2 and XA3 fit in a jeans pocket, making them ideal travel cameras. Olympus Trip 35 and other compacts appear regularly too.

Which Olympus film camera should I buy?

For learning manual exposure, start with an OM-1 or OM-10. For simple, high-quality snapshots, choose a mju II or XA2. Our guides to the best vintage cameras for beginners and the best SLR film cameras compare them with other brands.

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Testing varies by item. Read the individual description for the checks carried out and any known faults. A working shutter or flash does not by itself mean the camera has been tested with film. Condition & testing guide.

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