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Olympus Trip 35

No battery, no fuss: a selenium-metered zone-focus classic that still takes lovely photos.

BeginnersBest valueEveryday carry

Specifications

TypeCompact / point & shoot
Years1967–1984
Mount / lensFixed 40mm f/2.8
Film format35mm
Shutter1/40 or 1/200 (auto)
MeteringSelenium cell (no battery)
Exposure modesProgrammed auto
BatteryNone
Weight~390 g
Price$

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Frequently asked questions

What film format does the Olympus Trip 35 use?

It uses 35mm.

What lens mount does the Olympus Trip 35 use?

Fixed 40mm f/2.8.

What battery does the Olympus Trip 35 take?

None.

What shutter speeds does the Olympus Trip 35 offer?

1/40 or 1/200 (auto).