The Fujica ST-F is a mixture of SLR and point-and-shoot camera. It was introduced by Fuji in the 70s. It was probably built by the Sedic Camera Company, also from Japan. A direct copy of the Fujica is the Great Wall PF-1.
The Fujica ST-F comes with a lens that cannot be changed. The designation “Fuji Photo Film Fujinon 1:28.8 f=40mm” decorates the lens. The lens has a focal length of 40mm. You have to focus the lens by hand. The 35mm camera does not have an autofocus function.
The Fujica ST-F has an exposure meter for measuring the exposure. The light meter was built for films with a sensitivity of ISO 64 to ISO 400. The aperture number can be freely selected on the Fujica ST-F. The exposure time, on the other hand, is unchangeable and is set by the camera. Exposure is set by turning the aperture ring until the green LED lights.
The Fujica ST-F comes with a built-in flash. The Fujica ST-F offers the possibility to connect a cable release and has a thread for a tripod.
The dimensions of the 35mm camera are 13.1 x 8.6 x 6.8 cm according to the manual. It weighs 360 grams. The camera requires two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
films for the Fujica ST-F
According to the manual, the Fujica ST-F is designed for the 35mm format. For this film format there is still a good selection of material for colour and black and white images. Beautiful films for black and white or color images are the Kodak T-Max 100* and the Kodak Portra 160*.
The colour film is a colour negative film and is developed in the C-41 process. The C-41 process is offered by almost every photo lab. For example, you can deliver your films to many drugstores in Germany for developing.
The negatives of the camera have a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. The film is transported manually by the photographer using a lever.
The Fujica ST-F can only be bought used. How the condition is and whether it still works is nowadays decisive for the value of the camera.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 40 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/750 second to 1/60 second |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 64 to 400 |
| Exposure modes | Shutter priority |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x AA batteries |
| Size | 13,1 x 8,6 x 6,8 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.16 x 3.39 x 2.68 inches |
| Weight | 360 Grams |
| Estimated value / Used price | 138,85 Euro 2482261291140122252051528160 Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of November 24, 2025 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 140,50 Euro (151.54 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Fujica ST-F
Is the Fujica ST-F a fully automatic camera?
No, the Fujica ST-F is a manual camera. You need to adjust the aperture manually to get the correct exposure. The shutter speed is automatically set by the camera.
What kind of film does this camera use?
The Fujica ST-F uses standard 35mm film. You can use both color and black and white films. The negatives are 24mm x 36mm.
Can I change the lens on this camera?
No, the Fujica ST-F has a fixed lens; you cannot change it. The lens is a 40mm Fujinon lens.
How do I focus the lens?
This camera doesn't have autofocus. You have to manually focus the lens by turning the focusing ring until the image is sharp.
Does the camera have a built-in flash?
Yes, the Fujica ST-F has a built-in flash. It also has a tripod mount and a connection for a cable release.