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Chinon CX1974
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- M42
- Years
- 1974–1980
- Weight
- 700 g
- Shutter
- 1s – 1/1000s
- Meter
- ttl-stop-down-cds
The Chinon CX (1974) is a Japanese M42-mount SLR made by Chinon (Japan). Mechanical horizontal-cloth shutter to 1/1000s, TTL stop-down CdS metering, manual exposure. Positioned as a budget alternative to the Pentax Spotmatic / Fujica ST801. Chinon also OEM-built bodies for Sears, Vivitar, and other brands during the 70s/80s.
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Before you buy used
- **Mercury battery** — Wein zinc-air or MR-9 adapter.
- **Foam seals** — replace.
- **Light seals** — replace.
- **CdS meter** drifts.
- Service: independent shops.
About this camera
Japanese M42 budget SLR. Less famous than Pentax/Fujica but mechanically comparable.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What film does the Chinon CX use?
- The Chinon CX shoots 35mm film.
- What battery does the Chinon CX take?
- The Chinon CX uses a 1x PX625 battery.
- What lens mount does the Chinon CX have?
- The Chinon CX uses the M42 mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Chinon CX offer?
- The Chinon CX's shutter speeds range from 1s to 1/1000s.
- What light meter does the Chinon CX use?
- The Chinon CX meters with ttl-stop-down-cds.