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Item condition | Medium format cameras

Box cameras
Film cameras
Folding cameras
Plate cameras
Point & Shoot
Instant photo
SLRs
Viewfinder cameras
TLR

What we test

Kamera Planet

Shutter release mechanism

Triggers reliably and resets cleanly

Film advance

Transports evenly, does not block, clamps reliably.

Front lens/glas

Check for scratches, haze, and fungal growth

+ Light meter, if available

What we do not test

  • Image counter
  • Self-timer
  • Condition of the mirror mechanism (if present)
GOOD

GOOD

Fully functional

Light to normal signs of use may be present. These do not affect functionality.

ACCEPTABLE

ACCEPTABLE

Functional

Visible signs of use or slight play in the mechanism may be present.

PARTIALLY DEFECTIVE

PARTIALLY DEFECTIVE

Basic functions operational

Usable, but with a defective light meter or flash, depending on the type of camera.

FUNGUS

FUNGUS

Suitable for collectors or repair enthusiasts

Fungus is present in the lens system and may affect image quality. The mechanism is intact.

DEFECTIVE APERTURE

DEFECTIVE APERTURE

Limited functionality

The aperture mechanism is faulty or blocked. All other functions are intact.

DEFECTIVE

DEFECTIVE

Not functional

Suitable for spare parts or decorative purposes. May have technical faults, fungus, haze, scratches or a combination of these issues.