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Description & Condition

Description

This is the Contax G1, an autofocus 35mm rangefinder-style film camera with a titanium body and interchangeable Contax G lenses. It has been tested with film and all functions work. It shows light signs of use, with some dust in the viewfinder.

Please note

  • There is light dust in the viewfinder; it does not affect focusing.
  • There are visible seam marks on the grip covering.
  • Sold as body only: no lens, battery or box.

Condition Report

Grade Very Good (90%) — light signs of use
Exterior Light signs of use; visible seam marks on the grip covering.
Optics & sensor Light dust in the viewfinder that does not affect focusing.
Function Tested with film: shutter accurate, metering accurate, autofocus motor and film advance and rewind smooth; film chamber clean.
Modifications None — original factory finish
Included Camera body only

Specifications

Brand Contax
Series Contax G
Model G1
Type 35mm autofocus rangefinder-style film camera
Mount Contax G
Shutter Electronically controlled focal-plane, up to 1/2000 s
Exposure modes Aperture-priority auto and manual
Finish Titanium

Status: Pre-owned, one unit available. Every item is inspected and tested by our technician before it ships, and the photos show the actual item. Ships by express courier from one of our offices (most items ship from China or Japan), typically within 7–12 business days, with free shipping to the US. US import duties are not included in the price; see below.

Shipping and import duties — please read before ordering

Zerka Studio has offices in China, Japan and the United States, and our inventory is shared between them; most items ship from China or Japan. This item was made in Japan. When an item ships from outside the US, US Customs charges import duty based on the country where it was made. For cameras made in Japan the duty is currently about 12.5% of the item's value. Import duties and taxes are not included in our price and are not collected at checkout: if they apply, the courier will ask you to pay them, together with its customs clearance fee, before or at delivery. Rates are set by US Customs and may change. If you are not sure where this item will ship from, please contact us before ordering and we will confirm. If a shipment is refused because the duties were not paid, the duties, the shipping costs and a 15% restocking fee will be deducted from your refund.

How we grade condition

Every item is inspected and tested by our technician before it ships, and the photos show the actual item. Each listing has its own Condition Report; the grade sums it up:

  • Unused — never used; the packaging may have been opened for inspection.
  • Like New (98–99%) — no visible signs of use, or only the faintest marks.
  • Excellent (95%) — light signs of use, with no dents or notable marks.
  • Very Good (90%) — visible light wear, such as small scratches or rubbing.
  • Good (85–89%) — clear signs of use, such as scratches, paint wear or brassing.
  • Fair (80% or below) — heavy wear.
  • For parts or repair — not fully working.

Anything that affects use or value, such as marks on the glass, repairs, a repaint or a deliberately brassed finish, is listed under Please note on the item page.

Shipping & duties

Ships by express courier, typically within 7–12 business days. Shipping is calculated at checkout. Import duties and taxes, if any, are paid by the buyer.