The Fujifilm Silvi 70 is a handy snapshot camera that uses 35mm film. This model was manufactured by Fujifilm in a factory in China and is also available under the names “Fujifilm Zoom Date 70” and “Fujifilm Zoom Date 77”.
The camera’s Fujinon zoom lens has a focal length range of 35 mm to 70 mm and a zoom factor of two. The widest aperture range is from f/5.2 (35 mm) to f/9.8 (70 mm). The built-in autofocus makes focusing easier, while the lens’ closest focusing distance is 100 cm.
The Fujifilm Silvi 70 also features an exposure meter that can be used with films from ISO 50 to ISO 3200. The exposure settings are determined automatically by the camera electronics, but it is possible that the camera technology automatically takes over the sensitivity of the film material from the coding on the cartridge. There is no manual exposure mode.
The built-in flash provides enough light and has a range of 0.8 meters – 3.5 meters at 35mm. The maximum output of the flash at 90 mm reaches up to two meters. The flash can be used in various modes such as fill flash, night portrait (slow sync), backlight control, night and red-eye reduction modes.
The Fujifilm Silvi 70 is also equipped with a built-in self-timer function, with a delay time of ten seconds. The camera can be mounted on a tripod for group shots.
The case weighs 225 grams and measures 12.2 x 6.7 x 4.4 cm. It requires a CR123A battery (eBay / Amazon*) to operate, which is easily available online. An eyelet for a wrist strap is located on the side of the case.
Films for the Fujifilm Silvi 70
35mm films are required to use the Fujifilm Silvi 70. There is still a good range of film stock available for both color and black and white images in this format. The film should be in the ISO 50 to ISO 3200 range and be DX encoded.
The Ilford XP2 Super* is a good choice for black and white 35mm format images, while the Kodak Portra 160* is a good option for color images. These films deliver solid results and are well suited for everyday shots.
The camera’s motorized film transport is automatically controlled by the built-in electronics to ensure smooth operation. The 35mm camera exposes an area of 24mm x 36mm.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens name | Fujinon Zoom |
| Focal length | 35 mm - 70 mm |
| Biggest aperture | f/5.2 |
| Minimum focus distance | 100 cm / 3.28 ft |
| Zoom function | Yes |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 50 to 3200 |
| Auto DX | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 0,8 Meter - 3,5 Meter |
| Flash modes | Fill-in flash, Red-eye reduction |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x CR123A battery |
| Size | 12,2 x 6,7 x 4,4 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.80 x 2.64 x 1.73 inches |
| Weight | 225 Grams |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 72,25 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 24.7.2023 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 72,25 Euro (77.93 US-Dollar) |