Canon Sure Shot Telemax 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera

  • Restored & fully functional
  • Fresh batteries included
  • Beginner support + 60-day returns

Every condition grade is fully functional. Grades describe cosmetic wear.

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Canon Sure Shot Telemax | 35mm Point and Shoot Film Camera

Price
CHF 211
Condition:Average
Fully functional with more severe cosmetic wear (i.e. scratches, specs, lines in the eye prism)
Quick ship! Usually ships within 1-2 business days

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Canon Sure Shot Telemax description

Canon Sure Shot Telemax: Your Ticket to Everyday 35mm Magic

Your Ticket to Everyday 35mm Magic

The Canon Sure Shot Telemax has spent decades making 35mm film feel easy, spontaneous, and fun, and weโ€™ve lovingly restored this one so it can bring that same magic to your everyday memories. No photography degree or complicated settings required. This fully automatic point-and-shoot is designed to capture life as it happens. Whether youโ€™re exploring somewhere new, hanging out with friends, or heading out with no plan at all, just point, shoot, and let the Telemax turn the moment into a memory you can hold.

Why You'll Love It

  • A Classic Film Experience: The Canon Sure Shot Telemax gives you that true 35mm film magic, turning everyday moments into timeless memories with stunning depth, contrast, and warmth.
  • Perfect for Spontaneity: Lightweight, portable, and easy to use, this camera is your go-to companion for spontaneous street photography, candid portraits, and all your on-the-go adventures.
  • Autofocus Made Simple: The Smart Autofocus ensures your shots are always sharp, so you can focus on living in the moment, not adjusting settings.
  • Effortless Fun: With built-in motorized film advance and rewind, youโ€™ll never have to worry about missing the next great shotโ€”just snap away and let the camera do the rest.
  • Restored with Love at Cute Camera Co:ย Every Canon Telemax is lovingly restored by the Cute Camera Co. team so it works just like it did back in the summer of 1991.ย ย 

Whatโ€™s Included

  • Restored Canon Sure Shot Telemax Camera
  • Batteries
  • Beginner-friendly support from Cute Camera Co.
  • 60-day easy returns

Thereโ€™s something about 35mm film that can turn even the most ordinary moments into something extraordinary. The Canon Sure Shot Telemax is designed to make that magic accessible to everyone, from beginners to seasoned photographers. Whether youโ€™re documenting a night out, a day at the park, or a road trip with friends, this camera will help you create photos that are full of life, warmth, and authenticity.

Shipping & delivery

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When will my camera ship?
Most ready-to-ship cameras leave our Austin, Texas shop within 1โ€“2 business days.

When will it arrive and what does shipping cost?
Delivery time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. Youโ€™ll see available shipping options and prices at checkout.

Can I track it?
Absolutely! Weโ€™ll email you a tracking link when your camera ships so you can follow its journey to your door.

Shopping for a birthday, trip, or special occasion?
Message us before ordering with your date and destination. Weโ€™ll help you figure out the timing.

Return policy

We want you to fall in love with your camera. If it isnโ€™t quite your match, weโ€™re here to help. Both return windows start on the day your camera arrives.

First 30 days: a full refund
Return your camera within 30 days for a full refund to your original payment method. If it arrives damaged or isnโ€™t working as it should, contact us within those first 30 days and weโ€™ll help arrange your return.

Days 31โ€“60: store credit
You can return your camera for store credit minus a 20% restocking fee. This is store credit, not a refund to your original payment method. Your camera must be in working condition and in similar shape to when it arrived.

Film, accessories, and add-ons
Unused film and other accessories or add-ons, such as straps, can be returned within the first 30 days. Used film is non-refundable. Accessories and add-ons are non-refundable after 30 days.

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Quick camera specification guide and FAQs

Canon Sure Shot Telemax Specifications

The Essentials

Format
35mm film
Camera type
Fully automatic dual-focal-length compact
Introduced
1991
Exposure
Programmed automatic exposure
Focus
3-point Smart Autofocus
Lens
Switchable 38mm f/3.5 and 70mm f/6 lens
Lens system
Fixed dual-focal-length lens
Shutter
Programmed electromagnetic shutter; approximately 1/8 to 1/250 second
Light meter
Built-in automatic metering
Battery
One CR123A lithium battery; required
Film speed
DX ISO 25โ€“3200
Flash
Built-in auto flash with red-eye reduction

Canon Sure Shot Telemax Price and Condition

Every grade is restored and fully functional; the difference is cosmetic condition.

Average

Most economic

The most visible cosmetic wear and the most lived-in vintage character.

CHF 211.00

Good

Balanced pick

A balanced amount of cosmetic wear for shoppers weighing looks and character.

CHF 236.00

Very Good

Cleanest look

The lightest cosmetic wear for the cleanest available finish.

CHF 278.00

Included: restored camera built-in lens fresh batteries included beginner-friendly support 60-day easy returns

Canon Sure Shot Telemax FAQs

Clear answers to the questions camera shoppers ask most.

Is the Canon Sure Shot Telemax good for beginners?

Very. The Telemax focuses, meters, advances, and rewinds automatically, so choosing the 38mm or 70mm view is the main creative decision. Cute Camera Co. is here when first-roll questions appear.

Does the Canon Sure Shot Telemax need a battery to take photos?

Yes. Its electronic shutter, autofocus, flash, and film motor require one CR123A battery, which is included.

How do focus and exposure work on the Canon Sure Shot Telemax?

Focus: 3-point Smart Autofocus. Exposure: Programmed automatic exposure. The camera handles at least part of the exposure decision, while you still shape the photograph through framing, timing, and the controls it provides.

What film does the Canon Sure Shot Telemax use?

It uses standard 35mm film. Color-negative, black-and-white, and compatible slide films all work; DX ISO 25โ€“3200. ISO 400 color-negative film is a forgiving everyday starting point unless the camera notes a narrower recommendation.

Does the Canon Sure Shot Telemax lens zoom or change?

Its fixed lens switches between 38mm and 70mm. It is not interchangeable and does not provide intermediate zoom positions.

Does the Canon Sure Shot Telemax have a flash?

Built-in auto flash with red-eye reduction. When using flash, follow the cameraโ€™s indicated sync speed or automatic flash mode.

How is film handled in the Canon Sure Shot Telemax?

Automatic loading, advance, and rewind. A 36-exposure roll normally gives 36 full-frame photographs; half-frame and multi-lens cameras divide the roll differently.

What is the Canon Sure Shot Telemax best for?

It is especially lovely for friends, trips, portraits, and uncomplicated everyday film photos. Film stock, light, exposure, lens rendering, developing, and scanning all help shape the final look.

Is the Telemax lens a zoom?

Not quite. A switch moves between two distinct views: 38mm for groups and everyday scenes, or 70mm for portraits and closer details. It does not glide through the focal lengths between them.

Why does restoration matter with a Canon Sure Shot Telemax?

Light leaks, inaccurate meters, sluggish shutters, tired film transport, and focus problems can stay hidden until a roll is developed. A lovingly restored Canon Sure Shot Telemax lets you begin with confidence and spend your attention on the memory in front of the lens.

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