Canon Prima BF-8 – Big Viewfinder, Simple 35mm Shooting

The Canon Prima BF-8, also sold as the Snappy LX II and BF35D, is a fully automatic fixed-focus 35mm camera introduced in 1998. “BF” means Big Finder: its unusually large viewfinder makes framing comfortable and easy to see, including for photographers wearing glasses.

A 35mm f/4.5 Canon lens, program exposure and automatic flash keep the workflow uncomplicated. Load a 35mm film roll, select the mode and concentrate on the moment.

Key features

Canon 35mm f/4.5 lens, three elements in three groups
Fixed-focus design
Large 0.68× reverse-Galileo viewfinder with approximately 80% coverage
Program automatic exposure with CdS metering
Automatic ISO setting for DX-coded ISO 100/200 and 400 film
Built-in flash with red-eye reduction, flash-on and flash-off modes
10-second electronic self-timer
Automatic film loading, advance and rewind
Powered by two AA alkaline batteries
Dimensions: 125 × 73 × 50mm
Weight: approximately 230g without batteries

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In Stock – Photographed Camera: the available unit represented by the product photographs, inspected and ready for purchase. Stock is limited to one piece.

Pre-Order – Sourced for You: Berlin Photo Studio will source and inspect another Canon BF-8 after purchase. Allow approximately 3–4 working weeks, depending on availability. Cosmetic condition may differ from the representative photographs.

Condition and suitability

This is a vintage used camera, so light scratches, marks or normal age-related wear may be present. The large finder and minimal controls make it particularly accessible for beginners, casual family photography and travel. Find more easy-to-use models in our Point & Shoot Cameras selection or browse all analog cameras.