This is the Continental TXL fixed-lens camera, a Chinese interpretation of older Fujica cameras, likely the Fujica Flash series. Thought not made of the highest quality materials, the camera has a nice feel in the hand and is compact for an SLR.
However, at least on my camera, the split image focus aide does not seem to do much and I was constantly struggling to find focus.
Towards the end of its run (1989), according to Popular Photography used TXLs could be had for $20, a price not dissimilar to the current going rate.
| Make | CONTINENTAL |
|---|---|
| Model | TXL |
| Year | 1980-1990 |
| Format | 35mm |
| Shutter | Metal |
| Speed | Single (1/60) |
| Lens | Conar |
| f2.8 40mm | |
| Focus | 3ft – ∞ |
| Aperture | f2.8 – 16 |
| Light Meter | Yes (exposure) |
| Rangefinder | SLR |
Sample images taken on Shanghai GP3, stand developed HC-110 30 min. My Ilford Rapid Fixer had gone bad and I didn’t notice until looking at the dried negatives, hence the numerous white spots.
