Fujica ST605 II (1978)
A compact 35mm SLR film camera with manual controls and TTL metering, produced exclusively for the Japanese market.
Overview
The Fujica ST605 II, also known as the Mark II, is a fully manual 35mm SLR film camera made by Fuji in 1978. It features a built-in light meter and was designed for use with M42 screw-mount lenses. Notably, it was the last camera produced by Fuji to use the M42 derived screw lens mount. This model appears to have been sold only in Japan, marking the end of Fuji's M42 camera production line.
Specifications
| Lens mount | M42 derived screw lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure mode | M |
| Metering | TTL |
| Shutter speed | 1/700 |
| Battery | 2 x SR44 |
| Dimensions | Approx. 101 x 46 x 22.2 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 163g (with battery/card) |
Design
The ST605 II is the last camera produced by Fuji to use the M42 derived screw lens mount, marking a transition point in the company's lens mount strategy.
Context
The ST605 II followed the Fujica ST605 and appears to have been sold only in the Japanese home market, suggesting limited international distribution.
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