Rangefinder with fixed three element lens

[baachitraka]

I know the build quality is not that bad for Rollei B35 but it has got a nice Triotar and I am thinking to acquire one.

I wonder is there any other RF with a triplet that have a better build quality?

 

[baachitraka]

Thanks for fixing the title. I just bought Agfa Silette LK Sensor but Agfa Optima 335 is still very attractive.

 

[Paul Howell]

Don't know how common in Germany, the Argus C 3, 33 or 4, the early models have a rather nice Wollensake 3 element 3.5, 7 speed shutter, with some effort could be fitted with either a 100 or 35mm lens, both were also 3 element lens. Viewfinder are usable, build quality is not the best, all are entry level Bakelite bodies, but they look cool and very cheap.

 

[ic-racer]

The Rollei 35 series cameras don't have rangefinders. Focus is by estimation.

They did make the Rolleimat F, which has a rangefinder. The lens is 4 elements in 3 groups.

 

[Paul Howell]

Made in Japan by Minolta?

 

[baachitraka]

Received Agfa Silette LK sensor.
- Loading is so simple.
- Rewind and advance with one lever.
- Nice view finder and meter needle in the view finder.
- Meter reading on the top of the body.
- Cute orange button for shutter release.

* Easy to skip the frame though.

Looking forward to acquire Optima 1535 or 335.

 

[baachitraka]

Hope the color-agnar delivers that soft images...