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The Bronica SQ-A (1982) is the second-generation 6×6 medium-format SLR in Bronica's SQ line, succeeding the original SQ (1980). Modular system: interchangeable lenses, backs, finders. Electronic leaf shutters in each lens, sync flash at all speeds. The SQ-A added improvements over the SQ: AE prism finder coupling, multi-exposure mode, refined electronics. Replaced 1990 by the SQ-Ai (added TTL flash and refined again).
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The 1982 Bronica SQ-A. Predecessor of the SQ-Ai with the same modular design, slightly less refined electronics.
| Field | Value |
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| Format | 120 / 220, 6×6 cm (12 frames per 120 roll) |
| Mount | Bronica SQ |
| Years | 1982–1990 |
| Shutter | 8s – 1/500s, Seiko electronic leaf, in each lens |
| Flash sync | All speeds |
| Meter | None (body); via AE prism finder |
| Modes | Manual, aperture priority (AE prism) |
| Weight | 1,700 g (loaded) |
| Battery | 1× 6V (required) |
The SQ line started 1980 with the Bronica SQ. Variants:
The SQ-A is the most-common SQ body on the used market because of its 8-year production run.
The SQ-A is the cheapest entry into the Bronica SQ system. Used at $400–800 with one lens — about 25% cheaper than an SQ-Ai. Same Zenzanon-S / PS lens compatibility, same modular backs, same leaf shutter sync. For wedding/portrait photographers who want 6×6 without TTL flash automation, the SQ-A is the rational budget choice.
Same as SQ-Ai: Zenzanon-S (mechanical leaf) and PS (electronic leaf) lenses; 80/2.8 PS, 50/3.5 PS, 150/3.5 PS, 110/4.5 PS Macro. AE prism, waist-level, magnifying chimney finders. 120, 220, Polaroid backs.
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