Vintage OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More is based in the UK in the seaside town of Deal. Our studio is a 5 minute walk from the beach, this probably explains why a seascape features so much in our product pictures!

We are a small team of two. Matt launched Vintage OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More having been a professional photographer for over 25 years. Throughout his career, he continued to use film in his personal work and collected vintage cameras since working part-time at Jessops when an art student.

With the ever-present rise of digital and AI photography, which often feels sterile and overly polished, we wanted more people to experience the sheer joy of using a vintage film camera and the authentic look of film photographs.

Why Specialise in OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More? Matt noticed in his collection of vintage SLRsA single-lens reflex camera (SLR) is a camera that typically uses a mirror and prism system (hence "reflex" from the mirror's reflection) that permits the photographer to view through the lens and see exactly what will be captured. With twin lens reflex and rangefinder cameras, the viewed image could be significantly different from the final image. When the shutter button is pressed on most SLRs, the mirror flips out of the light path, allowing light to pass through to the film. Other camera typoes include DSLR, Rangefinder and Compact. [rdp-wiki-embed url="http://camera-wiki.org/wiki/SLR" toc_show='0′ edit_show='0′ infobox_show='1′] More, compacts, and 1/2 frame cameras, how often OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More cameras were near the top of each category. Having always respected Grays of Westminster for their dedication to the NikonNikon’s products include cameras, camera lenses, binoculars, microscopes, ophthalmic lenses, measurement instruments, rifle scopes, spotting scopes, and the steppers used in the photolithography steps of semiconductor fabrication, of which it is the world’s second-largest manufacturer. The company is the eighth-largest chip equipment maker as reported in 2017. More brand, he thought it would be fun to launch an online retailer specialising in OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More.

Whether you’re a seasoned film photographer looking to add a classic OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More to your collection or a curious newcomer eager to explore the tactile experience of film photography, you’ve come to the right place. We are more than just a retailer; we are part of a vibrant community celebrating the art of tangible images created with some of the finest cameras in photographic history.

Vintageolympus.com was created from a simple desire: to preserve and share the legacy of OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More film cameras. We specialise exclusively in the iconic models designed by Olympus’s legendary engineers, such as the compact and revolutionary OM-Series SLRsA single-lens reflex camera (SLR) is a camera that typically uses a mirror and prism system (hence "reflex" from the mirror's reflection) that permits the photographer to view through the lens and see exactly what will be captured. With twin lens reflex and rangefinder cameras, the viewed image could be significantly different from the final image. When the shutter button is pressed on most SLRs, the mirror flips out of the light path, allowing light to pass through to the film. Other camera typoes include DSLR, Rangefinder and Compact. [rdp-wiki-embed url="http://camera-wiki.org/wiki/SLR" toc_show='0′ edit_show='0′ infobox_show='1′] More (including OM10, OM-1, OM-2, and OM-4) and the brilliant point-and-shoot cameras like the Trip 35 and mju series. We understand the unique experience of shooting with analogueOpposite of digital. Analogue data merges continuously into each other without clearly defined steps. (E.g. the colours of a rainbow are not obviously separable from one another.) More film photography because we are analogueOpposite of digital. Analogue data merges continuously into each other without clearly defined steps. (E.g. the colours of a rainbow are not obviously separable from one another.) More film photographers ourselves!

Here’s how we grade each film camera, lens or Accessory

We carefully inspect, test and refurbish every OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More camera, lens, and accessory to ensure it meets our high standards. We use the following grading system to describe their condition:

Excellent (Ex): This Photographic gear is in exceptional, near-mint condition, especially considering its age. You’ll find only minimal signs of use, such as a few faint scuff marks. There are no significant scratches, dents, or other blemishes.
Very Good (Vg): This item is in lovely shape with only minor cosmetic wear. It may have some light rub marks or very small scratches on the body, but no significant dents or dings.
Good (Gd): The item is in great, fully functional condition, but shows clear signs of use. You can expect some noticeable wear, such as scratches and small dents or dings on the body.
Average (Av): This gear is in full working order but has obvious signs of cosmetic wear. You will see noticeable scratches, dents, and dings.

All cameras, lenses, and accessories come with a 30-day money-back guarantee and a 3-month mechanical warranty so can purchase from us with absolute confidence and peace of mind.

Shop Vintage OlympusOlympus introduced its first camera in 1936, the Semi-Olympus I, fitted with the first Zuiko-branded lens. The first innovative camera series from Olympus was the Pen, launched in 1959. The half-frame format, allowing 72 pictures of 18 × 24 mm format on a standard 36-exposure roll of film, made Pen cameras compact and portable for their time. Pixel More today!