Konica FP

The Konica FP is a single lens reflex camera. It was introduced by Konica in 1963. In Germany it was also sold under the own brand name of Foto Quelle as Revue SR. Over the pond it was offered as Wards SLR 700. The FP was the first camera of the Japanese company with a Copal metal shutter.

The Konica FP comes with interchangeable lenses. She comes with a Konica F bayonet, the predecessor bayonet in front of the Konica AR bayonet. The single lens reflex camera does not have an autofocus function. The focus is set manually.

The aperture and exposure time can be freely adjusted according to the photographer’s wishes. You can choose an exposure time between 1/1000 second and 1 second. The Konica FP has a bulb mode, e. g. for long exposures.

An external flash can be used via the PC flash socket. There is also an additional attachment for the use of flashes with accessory shoe. However, this does not have a contact for firing a hot shoe flash.

Films for the Konica FP

35mm films are still offered by various manufacturers. One option for b/w images is the Ilford Delta 400*. A possible film for color pictures is the Fujifilm Superia 200*.

The color film is processed in the C-41 process. This development process is available at almost every photo lab.

Them Konica FP exposes an area of 24 mm x 36 mm. The film in the camera must be winded manually by the photographer.

The Konica FP has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a thread for a cable release and tripod. The dimensions of the 35mm camera are 14,5 x 10,25 x 4,5 cm. At this size her weight is 750 g. The camera is mechanical and can take pictures without batteries.

The 35mm camera can only be found in used condition. The prices for the camera vary depending on the condition.