Rolleicord (Model II) + Heidosmat & Triotar 7,5cm

Rolleicord (Model II) + Heidosmat & Triotar 7,5cm

The Rolleicord is a legendary Twin Lens Reflex (TLR) camera manufactured by Franke & Heidecke in Germany. This specific model, marked with DRP (Deutsches Reichspatent) and DRGM (Deutsches Reichs-Gebrauchsmuster), represents the high-water mark of pre-war German engineering. It features the sharp Carl Zeiss Triotar taking lens and a bright Heidoscop-Anastigmat viewing lens. Known for its exceptional build quality and its ability to produce stunning 6x6 images on 120 film, the Rolleicord offered the precision of its "big brother," the Rolleiflex, in a slightly more streamlined and lightweight package.

Key Features

• Brand: Rollei (Franke & Heidecke)

  Model: Rolleicord II (indicated by serial number range)

• Taking Lens: Carl Zeiss Triotar 7,5cm (75mm) f/3.5

• Viewing Lens: Heidoscop-Anastigmat 7,5cm f/3.2

• Shutter: Compur (Speeds from 1s to 1/300s + Bulb)

• Film Format: 120 Roll Film (6x6 Square)

• Markings: DRP / DRGM (German Reich Patent markings)

• Focus: Waist-level finder with ground glass and magnifier

• Made in: Germany

Condition Used – Good condition This Rolleicord has been inspected and is in good vintage condition. The Compur shutter fires across the range and the aperture settings adjust correctly. The Carl Zeiss Triotar lens is clear, and the Heidoscop viewing lens provides a sharp image on the ground glass for focusing. The focus knob turns smoothly. The camera body shows a natural vintage patina and light cosmetic wear consistent with its age and history. The leatherette remains largely intact, and the mechanical parts are responsive.

What’s Included

• Rolleicord TLR Camera (S/N: 725145)

• Carl Zeiss Triotar 7,5cm Taking Lens

• Heidoscop-Anastigmat 7,5cm Viewing Lens

Expert Advice The Rolleicord is an iconic tool for fine-art and landscape photography. The Carl Zeiss Triotar lens is famous for its "triplet" character—it is incredibly sharp in the center with a soft, classic fall-off toward the edges when shot wide open. Because this is a vintage mechanical camera, it is the perfect choice for photographers who enjoy a slow, deliberate process. We recommend using a tripod and a cable release for long exposures to capture the maximum detail possible from the medium-format negatives. As it has no internal light meter, a smartphone metering app will be your best friend for accurate results.