Olympus PEN EE-3 Half-Frame 35mm Film Camera – Red Flag Working

Description:
The Olympus PEN EE-3 is a compact half-frame 35mm film camera introduced in 1973, designed for effortless point-and-shoot photography. With a fixed-focus D.Zuiko 28mm f/3.5 lens and fully automatic exposure, it’s ideal for casual shooting and travel. The half-frame format yields 72 exposures from a standard 36-exposure roll, making it economical and creative. A true icon of Japanese design, the EE-3 is perfect for collectors and analogue enthusiasts.

Condition:
Overall Condition: Very Good
Camera fully tested. Shutter fires correctly. Meter responsive. Viewfinder clear. Lens optics clean with no haze or fungus. Film advance smooth. Cosmetic wear minimal and consistent with age. Importantly the red flag is working.

Included:

• Olympus PEN EE-3 camera body
• Lens cap 
• Slip case 

Collectors Notes:
The EE-3 was the final model in the original PEN EE series, featuring a selenium cell meter and Flashmatic system for automatic flash exposure. It improved on the EE-2 with a centre-contact hot shoe and simplified film loading. The camera’s fixed-focus design and dual shutter speeds (1/40 and 1/200 sec) make it intuitive and reliable. With over 1.7 million units produced, it remains one of the most beloved half-frame cameras ever made.

Key Features:

• Half-frame 35mm format (72 exposures per roll)
• Fixed-focus D.Zuiko 28mm f/3.5 lens (4 elements in 3 groups)
• Selenium cell auto exposure (no battery required)
• Dual shutter speeds: 1/40 and 1/200 sec
• Flashmatic system for automatic flash exposure
• Centre-contact hot shoe
• Manual film advance and rewind
• Compact all-metal body

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