Canon Canonet QL19 | Rangefinder Film Camera | Good

Brand: Canon

Condition: Used

Name: Canon Canonet QL19

Type: 35mm Rangefinder Film Camera

Type of Film: 35mm Film

CPB Body Code: JP17

Shutter: Leaf Shutter, 1/4 sec – 1/500 sec + Bulb

Metering: Selenium/CdS Meter – Not Working

Battery: Battery compartment not functional

Lens: Canon 45mm f/1.9

Focusing: Coupled Rangefinder Focusing

Condition: Good

The Canon Canonet QL19 (JP17) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom and is in good working mechanical condition. The camera functions correctly, with all major buttons, dials, shutter speeds, and film transport mechanisms operating as intended.

The battery compartment is not functional, which means the built-in light meter and shutter-priority automatic exposure mode are unavailable. However, the camera remains fully operational in manual mode, and users can shoot reliably using an external light meter or manual exposure estimation.

Cosmetically, the camera body is in excellent condition, showing only minor signs of wear consistent with careful use. The images shown depict the exact camera you will receive.

Introduced in the late 1960s, the Canon Canonet QL19 became one of Canon's most popular fixed-lens rangefinders. Renowned for its bright 45mm f/1.9 Canon lens, compact construction, and Canon's Quick Load (QL) film-loading system, it offers a fast and enjoyable shooting experience. The large maximum aperture makes it particularly well suited for portraits, street photography, documentary work, travel, and low-light photography, while the coupled rangefinder allows for precise manual focusing.

This camera uses standard 35mm (135) film, producing images in the 24 × 36 mm format.

Rangefinder cameras sold by CPB Darkroom are inspected for shutter functionality, focusing accuracy, film transport reliability, lens condition, and overall mechanical integrity. Any cosmetic or functional notes are clearly described and reflected in the condition grade.