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Canon Prima 4

  • Manufacturer Canon
  • Type Snapshot camera
  • Type of Film 35mm
  • Focal Length 35 mm
  • Max Aperture f/4.5
  • Focus Automatic

The Canon Prima 4 is a 35mm camera from Canon. It was introduced in October in the late 80s. It was sold in Japan as the Autoboy Lite 2 and in America as the Sure Shot Joy.

The camera requires 35mm film and comes with a built-in flash. The film is automatically advanced, allowing up to 4 shots in a row. Influence on the exposure, aperture and exposure time, can not be taken. There is a self-timer.

The Prima 4 is very similar to the Canon Prima Shot, but does not have a receiver for a radio shutter release and a viewfinder built into the top.

Films for the Canon Prima 4

The Canon Prima 4 was built for the 35mm format. Films of this format are still readily available today and are still being developed. For black and white images, you can go for the AgfaPhoto APX 400*. For color images, the Agfaphoto Vista 400* is a possibility.

Technical Specifications

camera_spec
Property Specification
Film format 35mm
Picture Format 36 mm x 24 mm
Lens type Fixed lens
Focal Length 35 mm
Maximum Aperture f/4.5
Adjustable aperture No
Adjustable shutter speed No
Auto exposure Yes
Light Meter Yes
Exposure Modes Program Auto
Manual Exposure Settings No
Flash Built-in flash
Date Imprinting No
Self-timer Yes
Release Date 1988-10
Age Up to 38 years
Manufacturer Canon

Used Prices

The current average price for this camera is 50,32 € based on 61 offers, as of 6.7.2026.

Average Price per Year

  • 2026: 48,92 €
  • 2025: 44,46 €
  • 2024: 46,64 €
  • 2023: 48,80 €

Frequently Asked Questions

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