The Olympus OM-10 FC is a 35mm camera. It is identical to the normal Olympus OM-10.
The camera from the seventies was sold under this model name in North America. It only differs from the normal OM-10 by the engraving of the name.
Features
The Olympus OM-10 FC is a classic SLR camera with a film format of 35mm or 35mm film. The camera offers an image format of 24mm x 36mm, which allows for high image quality. The lens mount is the Olympus OM bayonet, which allows a wide range of interchangeable lenses.
The focus of the camera is manually adjustable, which allows high control over the sharpness. The viewfinder is a pentaprism viewfinder, which provides a clear and bright image.
The camera’s shutter speeds range from 1/1000 sec to 1 sec and there is a Bulb mode that allows for long exposures. The camera’s exposure meter helps to automatically control the exposure and achieve a correct exposure.
The camera doesn’t have a built-in flash, but there is a hot shoe that allows you to connect an external flash. The flash sync speed is 1/60 sec.
There is a tripod thread and a cable release thread, making it easy to use tripods and cable releases. A self-timer is also provided.
The Olympus OM-10 FC is powered by two LR44 batteries (eBay / Amazon*) and weighs a total of 450 grams. The camera was produced in Japan.
Films for the Olympus OM-10 FC
What type of film is recommended for the Olympus OM-10 FC? The camera is designed to expose 35mm 35mm film. Despite technological advances, 35mm film is still produced and can be easily developed at most external photo labs.
Great films for the Japanese SLR that are still around today are the Fujifilm Superia 400* for color photos and the Ilford XP2 Super* for monochrome B&W photos. Of course, there are a variety of other 35mm films for this camera.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Olympus OM lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism finder |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x LR44 batteries |
| Country of production | Japan |
FAQ about the Olympus OM-10 FC
What kind of film does this Olympus camera use?
The Olympus OM-10 FC uses standard 35mm film, also known as small image film. This is a widely available format, making it easy to find and develop.
How do I focus the camera?
The Olympus OM-10 FC has manual focus. You'll need to adjust the focus ring on your lens until the subject is sharp in the viewfinder.
Does the camera have a built-in flash?
No, this model doesn't have a built-in flash. However, it does have a hot shoe for attaching an external flash.
What type of lens mount does the shooting device have?
It uses the Olympus OM bayonet mount. This allows you to use a wide variety of interchangeable lenses.
Can I use a tripod with the 35mm camera?
Yes, the Olympus OM-10 FC has a tripod mount. This makes it easy to take long exposures or steady shots.