1980s and 1990s
SLR
35 mm

Chinon CM-4s with Takumar-Bayonet 28mm f/2.8 Lens & DB-010 Data Back

Name: Chinon CM-4s with Takumar-Bayonet 28mm f/2.8 Lens & DB-010 Data Back
Brand: Chinon
Price: 225.00 NZD
Availability: InStock

Cosmetic Condition

4.5/5

$225.00 NZD

Sale Sold out

Affordable manual 35mm SLR from the early 80s with a wide-angle prime and data back.

Key specs:

Manual focus and exposure
Takumar-bayonet 28mm f/2.8 wide-angle lens
Pentax K-mount compatible
Built-in light meter
Shutter speeds 1–1/1000s + B
DB-010 databack (imprints custom text onto the frame)

The CM-4s is Chinon's entry-level manual SLR - simple, dependable, and straightforward to use. K-mount compatibility means it takes a huge range of Pentax and third-party lenses. The included Takumar 28mm f/2.8 is a nice wide-angle, well suited to landscapes, interiors, street, and environmental shots.

The standout here is the DB-010 databack - unlike a basic date back, it lets you imprint custom text directly onto your frames. Great for captioning, dating, or labelling shots in-camera, and a fun creative tool for adding that printed-text look straight onto the negative.

Lens system: Pentax K mount

28mm f/2.8

Skill Level: Intermediate

Comfortable with basic settings
Understanding aperture/shutter relationship
Aperture-priority cameras, basic manual SLRs with meters

Warranty: 2 Months from purchase

All second-hand film cameras sold at Camera House NZ come with a 2 month warranty when they've been film tested by us.

Our 2 month warranty covers mechanical and electronic failures that occur during normal use. If something goes wrong with your camera during this period, bring it back and we'll sort it out.

This warranty reflects our confidence in the cameras we sell and our commitment to getting you out shooting with reliable equipment. We've been in the photography business since 1953, and we stand behind the gear we sell.

Guarantee: Film Tested

We put a roll of film through each camera to verify that the shutter, film advance, and light meter (where fitted) are working correctly. This real-world testing ensures you're getting a camera that's ready to shoot, not just one that looks good on the shelf.