Contax · 35mm film
Contax G2
The G2 combines autofocus with interchangeable Zeiss lenses in the dedicated Contax G system. Aperture priority lets you choose the aperture while the camera sets the shutter speed. Focus and film transport depend on electronics.
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Is it your kind of camera?
For autofocus photography with the dedicated Contax G lens system.
Focus and film transport are electronic. Aperture priority lets you choose depth of field while the camera sets the shutter speed.
Keep in mind It uses a dedicated lens mount and an electronic focus system. Test focus, the LCD and winding before buying.
Compare this camera- Maker
- Contax
- Model
- G2
- Film format
- 35mm
- Camera type
- Autofocus rangefinder
- Exposure
- Aperture priority and manual
- Shutter
- Electronic focal-plane shutter
- Battery
- Required for normal operation
- In the gallery
- 3 sample photos
- Camera source
- View specifications ↗
Photographs made with the Contax G2
The film, lens, exposure, developing, and scanning all influence the image. Select a photo for a closer look and its full credits.
Your first roll
The lens, power requirements and film to get started with this model.
- Lens
- Contax G Zeiss Planar 45mm f/2
Use the Contax G mount. Contax/Yashica SLR and Contax N lenses are different systems.
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- Power
- Two CR2 batteries for normal operation
Have the seller demonstrate autofocus, transport and the displays with fresh batteries.
- Film
- Kodak Gold 200, 35mm, 36 exposures
36 full-frame photographs per roll. A film lab can develop the roll and scan your photographs.
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Start with one G-mount lens in aperture priority and autofocus. Watch the focus confirmation and keep your first subjects at straightforward distances.
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