Rank Mamiya Auto-Lux 35 Camera – 48mm f/2.8 – Spares/Repair – Shutter Fault

Description:
Rank Mamiya Auto-Lux 35 vintage 35mm rangefinder camera with fixed Mamiya-Kominar 48mm f/2.8 lens. Made in Japan and distributed by Rank Organisation in the UK, this model features a coupled rangefinder, leaf shutter, and classic mid-century styling. Offered here for spares or repair due to a mechanical fault.

Condition:
Overall Condition: Fair – For Spares/Repair
Cosmetically good with clean leatherette and intact chrome. Lens optics show no haze or fungus. Rangefinder window clear. Shutter does not cock, indicating a mechanical fault. Sold strictly as-is for parts, restoration, or display. Please refer to photos for detailed condition.

Included:

• Rank Mamiya Auto-Lux 35 camera body
• Fixed Mamiya-Kominar 48mm f/2.8 lens
  

Collectors Notes:
The Auto-Lux 35 is a rare UK-distributed variant of Mamiya’s mid-century rangefinder line, featuring a fixed lens and compact body design. Increasingly sought after by collectors of British-market cameras and Japanese export models. This example is ideal for restoration or display, with full disclosure of its shutter fault.

Key Features:

• 35mm rangefinder camera
• Fixed Mamiya-Kominar 48mm f/2.8 lens
• Leaf shutter (non-functional)
• Coupled rangefinder focusing
• Manual exposure control
• Compact metal body
• Distributed by Rank Organisation (UK)
• Made in Japan
• Ideal for collectors, display, or repair projects

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