Collectible Cameras

They don't make 'em like they used to.

Classic film cameras offer fantastic values and high quality--and some hold or even increase their value over the years. Veteran Camera Collector columnist Jason Schneider, who has been writing about collectible cameras since many of the cameras on these web pages were brand new, has written about some of the best of the bunch exclusively for the Adorama Learning Center.

Camera collectors fall into two categories:

• Users. These are photographers who simply want a tool that will help them get the photos they want--and don't mind the "inconvenience" of shooting film.
• Collectors. These are people who appreciate the artistry and engineering that goes into the design and production of a camera. Some invest, hoping their cameras will increase in value, others simply like to collect, knowing the value is in owning a fine piece of machinery.

Whichever category you fall into, we hereby present classic and collectible used cameras...and if you're truly tempted, I hope you'll visit our used department, which will do its best to fullfil your classic camera wishes.