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Barrier/slide-cover dust-barrier RF

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Device information

Brand
Olympus
Model
XA
Release year
1979
Category
Cameras

The story of this device

Conceived by master designer Yoshihisa Maitani, the Olympus XA featured an iconic sliding clamshell cover that eliminated external lens caps. Packing a sharp 35mm f/2.8 lens and a true rangefinder into a smooth pocketable capsule, it redefined everyday street shooting.

Specifications

Display
Reverse-Galilean VF
Battery
2x SR44
Camera
35mm film, F.Zuiko 35mm F2.8
Media
35mm film
Weight
225g
Notable
Slide cover, aperture-priority RF

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