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Argus Argoflex 40

The Argoflex 40 is a pseudo TLR camera that uses 620 film, originally introduced in the early 1950s. Alternatively found under the name Argo 40, the Argoflex 40 has a manually focusing taking lens, double exposure capability, adjustable shutter speeds from 1/25-150th (plus Bulb mode), and adjustable apertures from f/4.5-f/22. It is a simple and fun camera if you are looking to break into medium format photography for an affordable price!

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Argoflex 40

At first glance, the Argoflex 40 looks similar to the more-common Argoflex Seventy-Five, which is a fixed-focus 620 TLR-style camera. The Argoflex 40 is noteworthy because it has adjustable focus. While you don't get true TLR focusing (the waist level finder is not coupled to the focusing of the taking lens) it is a nice feature to find in such a 620 camera. Additionally, the Argoflex 40 has a multiple exposure lever that allows you to override the double exposure prevention built into the camera. ⁠

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While 620 film itself was discontinued by Kodak and other manufacturers some time ago, it remains easy enough to find. We modify existing 120 film to make it usable in most 620 cameras, you can find our 620 film on our website. The Film Photography Project sells re-spooled 620 film that is also easy to use in your favorite 620 camera. ⁠

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If you have a fondness for vintage pseudo-TLRs that use 620 film, this Argoflex 40 would be an ideal camera for you. We're also using this post as a reminder to you that we generally have four different 620-capable emulsions in stock: Ilford Delta 100 and 400, as well as Kodak Portra 160 and 400. If you come across a 620 camera in a box in the garage or attic, don't let the fact that film is not longer in production dissuade you from giving it a try. Get in touch with us and we'll have you up and running in not time at all!