Olympus · Compact
Olympus Trip 35
A legendary no-battery 1960s compact with a superb 40mm f/2.8 lens — set the weather symbol, focus roughly, and shoot.
~$80–160 typical used price · updated 2026-09-23
01Quick character
Editorial guidance, not lab measurements — examples vary, and film & processing change the result.
02Best for
Use cases: Everyday · Travel · Learning
Control: Point and shoot
Beginner friendly: 5/5
Portability: 5/5
What it feels like
A compact with zone focus focusing and automatic (selenium) exposure — A legendary no-battery 1960s compact with a superb 40mm f/2.8 lens — set the weather symbol, focus roughly, and shoot.
03Key specifications
| Format | 35mm |
| Camera type | Compact |
| Lens | 40mm f/2.8 |
| Focusing | Zone focus |
| Exposure | Automatic (selenium) |
| Flash | Accessory |
| Production | 1967–1984 |
Known buying issues
- Selenium meter degrades with sun exposure
- Light seals crumble
- Focus symbols take practice
04Used buying checklist
- Check the selenium meter in sunlight
- Open the back and inspect light seals
- Test the shutter fires at each setting
When possible, test a camera before buying — or buy from sellers with real return policies.
05Film pairings
Recommendations, not guarantees — exposure, processing and scanning change the final look.
Kodak Gold 200
Warm, sunny colors that suit the Trip's vintage character.
Fujifilm 400
Reliable all-round color for a meter that wants plenty of light.
06Current price options
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