Rolleiflex 3.5A type1 + Zeiss-Opton Tessar 75mm f/3.5

Rollei Rolleiflex 3.5A Type 1 (K4A) / Zeiss-Opton Tessar 75mm f/3.5 - Good Condition | Vintage TLR Excellence

Experience the timeless allure of medium format photography with the Rolleiflex 3.5A. Often referred to as the "Automat" Type 1, this German masterpiece is a testament to mechanical precision and optical brilliance. Equipped with the legendary Zeiss-Opton Tessar lens, it delivers the iconic "look" characterized by sharp subjects and smooth, painterly backgrounds. Whether you are a street photographer seeking the discreet top-down viewing experience or a portraitist after that distinct 6x6 square format, this camera remains a pinnacle of analog craftsmanship.

Key Features

• 6x6 Medium Format: Captures stunningly detailed images on 120 roll film.

• Zeiss-Opton Tessar 75mm f/3.5: A four-element lens renowned for its micro-contrast and classic rendering.

• Synchro-Compur Shutter: Reliable mechanical shutter offering speeds from 1 second to 1/500th.

• Automatic Film Loading: The ingenious feeler mechanism detects the start of the film for easy loading.

• Ergonomic Crank Advance: Seamlessly advances the film and cocks the shutter in one fluid motion.

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition with visible user marks and signs of previous use consistent with its age. Some minor paint wear and leatherette aging present.

• Optics: The Zeiss-Opton Tessar taking lens is clear with no fungus or haze. Minor internal dust particles may be present, which do not affect image quality.

• Mechanics/Electronics: The shutter speeds are accurate, and the film advance mechanism operates smoothly. The focus knob moves precisely across the range.
  

Specialist Note

"The 3.5A is often the 'sweet spot' for Rolleiflex enthusiasts. It feels slightly more compact than the later 2.8 models but retains that incredible Zeiss sharpness. The user marks on this particular unit give it a lovely 'lived-in' character, making it a camera you aren't afraid to take out and actually use for its intended purpose: capturing beautiful moments."

What's Included

• Rollei Rolleiflex 3.5A Type 1 Camera Body

• Original take-up spool

Technical Specifications

• Category: Twin-Lens Reflex (TLR) Camera

• Film Format: 120 Roll Film (12 exposures of 6x6cm)

• Taking Lens: Zeiss-Opton Tessar 75mm f/3.5

• Viewing Lens: Heidosmat 75mm f/2.8

• Shutter: Synchro-Compur MX

• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.9m (approx. 3ft)

• Battery Type: None (Fully mechanical)

• Weight: Approx. 980g