Rollei Rolleiflex 3.5F (Type 1) Camera
SKU: DMC0725/2203466
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The Rollei Rolleiflex 3.5F is a medium format twin lens reflex (TLR) film camera, one of the most iconic cameras of all time. This model, being one of the last in the Rolleiflex line, embodies the culmination of decades of advancements. The 3.5F boasts a coupled selenium light meter, self-timer, M-X flash synchronization, and a removable finder hood. It uses the Bay II system of bayonet-mount filters, offering flexibility and convenience.
Available with either a Zeiss Planar 75mm f3.5 or a Schneider Kreuznach 75mm f3.5 lens, the Rolleiflex 3.5F is characterized by its sharp, high-quality imaging. Furthermore, the upper viewing lens has a maximum aperture of f2.8, ensuring bright viewing for the user.
The Rolleiflex 3.5F uses 120 film and produces a 6x6cm image. It is equipped with a Synchro-Compur shutter offering speeds between 1 second to 1/500, plus Bulb. The shutter and aperture selection are controlled via dual dials on the face of the camera, with a small window above the viewing lens displaying selected shutter and aperture values.
Owning the Rolleiflex 3.5F is a truly enjoyable experience, combining style, smoothness, reliability, and sharpness in a single device. It stands out among other twin lens reflex cameras, making it a delight for any photography enthusiast.
This Rolleiflex 3.5F has a Schneider-Kreuznach Xenotar taking lens.
This is a Type 1 Rolleiflex 3.5F, making it the original and more sought after model by collectors. The Type 1 is notable for the unlock button behind the shutter speed dial. Only 31,500 Type 1 Rolleiflex 3.5F cameras were produced.
Item-Specific Details
- Focus is stiff but smooth, camera was overhauled by Harry Fleenor
- Item Includes: Lens cap, a leather case with strap, Bay II lens hood with case, Accura close-up kits with cases, instruction manual, red, yellow, and green drop-in filters with two adapter rings
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