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Bronica SQ-A1982
- Mount
- Bronica SQ
- Years
- 1982–1990
- Weight
- 1700 g
- Shutter
- 8s – 1/500s
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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Before you buy used
- Same advisories as SQ-Ai: electronic shutter contacts, bellows light leaks, battery contacts, foam seals.
- **TTL flash** — not present on SQ-A; if you need TTL, get an SQ-Ai.
- Service: same independent Bronica specialists.
About this camera
The 1982 Bronica SQ-A. Predecessor of the SQ-Ai with the same modular design, slightly less refined electronics.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What battery does the Bronica SQ-A take?
- The Bronica SQ-A uses a 1x 6V battery.
- What lens mount does the Bronica SQ-A have?
- The Bronica SQ-A uses the Bronica SQ mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Bronica SQ-A offer?
- The Bronica SQ-A's shutter speeds range from 8s to 1/500s.
