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Description & Condition

Description

This is a Contax T3 35mm compact film camera in the titanium finish, with the Carl Zeiss Sonnar 35mm f/2.8 T* lens. The film-advance gear has been changed to a metal double-tooth part. Cosmetically it is close to new, with clean optics and a bright viewfinder.

Please note

  • The film-advance gear has been replaced with a metal double-tooth part after leaving the factory; this is a replaced part and not original factory condition.
  • No original box; the camera comes without its original packaging.
  • The leather case is an aftermarket horse-leather case, not an original Contax accessory.

Condition Report

Grade Like New (98–99%) — almost no signs of use
Exterior Almost new; no visible wear noted.
Optics & sensor Lens has no fungus or scratches and the coatings are intact; the viewfinder is clean and bright.
Function All functions work normally; the battery and film compartments are in good order.
Modifications Film-advance gear replaced with a metal double-tooth part (not original factory condition).
Included Camera body, Horse-leather case (aftermarket), 30.5mm adapter ring, New battery

Specifications

Brand Contax
Series Contax Compact
Model T3 Titanium
Type 35mm autofocus compact film camera
Lens Carl Zeiss Sonnar 35mm f/2.8 T*
Shutter Up to 1/1200 s
Battery CR2
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.