Canon Canonet QL17

Excellent+ Condition • Fully Working • With Original Case

A legendary compact rangefinder from Canon’s Canonet lineup, the QL17 is prized for its fast lens, smooth handling, and intuitive shooting experience. Compact yet capable, it’s a favourite for street photography, travel, and everyday film shooting.

Key Specifications

• Fixed 40mm f/1.7 Canon lens
• 35mm film format
• Shutter Priority (semi-auto) + manual control
• Leaf shutter with speeds up to 1/500s + Bulb
• Coupled rangefinder focusing
• Flash sync at all speeds

Quick Load (QL) System

The Canonet series features Canon’s excellent Quick Load (QL) system:

• Drop the film leader onto the marked area
• Close the back — no precise threading required
• Camera automatically advances correctly

This makes film loading fast, simple, and very reliable, especially for beginners.

Shooting Experience

• Shutter Priority mode allows you to set shutter speed while the camera selects aperture
• Fully working light meter supports accurate semi-auto shooting
• Quiet leaf shutter — ideal for candid and street photography
• Bright viewfinder with clear rangefinder patch for precise focus

Condition

• Excellent++ overall condition
• Fully working — including meter and semi-auto mode
• Lens clean and clear
• Viewfinder bright and easy to use
• Minimal signs of use

Included

• Original Canonet hard case
• Strap

A beautifully preserved Canonet QL17—compact, fast, and incredibly satisfying to shoot. Perfect for anyone looking for a premium vintage rangefinder with reliable semi-automatic functionality.