Update: The Leica and Canon have been sold, but the lens is still available.

Between my digital Leica and my medium format camera, I realized I don’t shoot much 35mm film anymore. So in the interest of only owning cameras I use, I’ve decided to sell my two 35mm cameras. The first is a Leica M5 that I purchased several years ago. It was completely overhauled before I got it and shoots perfectly, with a working shutter at all speeds.

During my time with the camera, it sustained mostly cosmetic injuries. Small pieces of vulcanite casing have come off, which I have filled in with liquid electrical tape. And a combination of a high, hot sun and a fully open lens led to a small hole in the shutter curtain, which I also repaired with liquid electrical tape. You can get a close look at all of this work in the photos.

All of this was three years ago, and I haven’t had any problems since. I understand that cosmetics are important, however, so I’ve adjusted the price of the camera to account for those blemishes. Also, the camera has been modified to take alkaline batteries, so you’ll have a fully-functioning spot meter, which is something of a rarity with this model.

The camera also comes with a lens. It’s the Zeiss C Biogon 35mm f/2.8. It’s a medium-speed, general purpose lens. It’s sharp, contrasty and has served me incredibly well.

The lens is in perfect working condition, with no dust or fungus or haze, and smooth aperture blades. It also comes with the official Zeiss lens hood as well as official Zeiss front and back caps. I’m selling the camera and lens as a package.

I also have another, cheaper camera to sell. It’s a Canon AE-1 Program. It also received an overhaul and is in absolutely perfect working condition. It comes with a 50mm f/1.4 lens. I haven’t used this nearly as much as I’ve used my Leica, but it’s a good, solid machine. Comes with a fresh battery. Also sold as a package.

If you are interested in either of these cameras, shoot me an email here. I’ll let you know pricing and you’ll let me know if you want to buy. From there, we’ll figure out payment and shipping.

Fair warning: the Leica and lens are going to be expensive; the Canon considerably less so.

I’ve had a lot of fun with both of these cameras and have made great images with both of them. Trust me when I say you won’t regret the purchase.