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Canon Canonet QL17 GIII
£225.00
The Canon Canonet QL17 GIII is one of the most celebrated 35mm rangefinders ever made, admired for its compact design, sharp optics, and dependable performance. It features a fast 40mm f/1.7 lens that delivers excellent sharpness and pleasing character, ideal for everyday shooting and low-light photography.
Exposure can be fully automatic via shutter-priority mode or set manually for full creative control. The quiet leaf shutter, smooth focus action, and bright viewfinder make it a joy to use. With Canon’s Quick Load system, film changes are fast and effortless.
A true classic of the 1970s, the QL17 GIII remains a favourite for those who want high-end results in a compact.
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Condition Report
Good
- Shutter Test: Accurate
- Light Meter/Auto Exposure: Accurate
- Lens: Focus, rangefinder and aperture blades working correctly, optics free from haze, dust and fungus.
Notes:
Good condition example, only notable damage is on the top of the front lens ring, which has been scratched from a hood being screwed tightly. Otherwise very clean. All mechanical components and features are working as they should.
Specifications
- Manufactured: From 1972
- Format: 35mm
- Lens: Canon 40mm f/1.7 Lens
- ISO/ASA: 25-800
- Battery: 1 × PX625 (or modern equivalent 1.35 V cell)
