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The history of Rolleiflex Cameras

By TLRgraphy on July 31, 2015 | Leave a comment

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1928	Rolleiflex Original	First TLR camera ever produced by FRANKE & HEIDECKE.
1932	Rolleiflex Standard	First model that uses 120 roll film.
1934	Rolleicord I	First Rolleicord series that was launched as the inexpensive version of Rolleiflex series.
1936	Rolleicord Ia	Longtime seller model from the prewar to the postwar.
1936	Rolleicord II	Popular model with bayonet mount on the lens.
1951	Rolleiflex V (Rolleiflex Automat MX)	Model that has epoch-making Automat film loading mechanism.
1953	Rolleiflex 2.8C	First Rolleiflex 2.8 series for the practical use.
1953	Rolleicord IV	Model with multiple exposures, and the switchable M & X syncs.
1954	Rolleicord V	First Rolleicord series that has the light value system built in the shutter.
1956	Rolleiflex 2.8E	First model that has built-in electric exposure meter.
1957	Rolleiflex 4 x 4	4x4cm format TLR camera with stylish design.
1958	Rolleiflex T	Mid version of Rollei TLR camera.
1959	Rolleiflex 3.5F	Perfection of Rollei TLR camera.
1959	Tele Rolleiflex	Model with 135mm tele lens.
1960	Rolleiflex 2.8F	Well constructed TLR camera with the largest lens opening of F2.8.
1960	Rollei Magic	Unique TLR camera with automatic exposure.
1961	Wide Angle Rolleiflex	Best TLR camera for scenic photography.
1962	Rolleicord Vb	Last model of Rolleicord series.
1987	Rolleiflex 2.8GX	Last Rolleiflex TLR camera with TTL metering.

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How to use a Rolleimeter

By TLRgraphy on February 13, 2015 | 1 Comment

Purpose: An optical coupled range finder for use with the direct view finder of the Rolleiflex particularly suitable when shooting sports or flash pictures in poor light,

Description: The Rolleimeter uses the superimposed image principle and is actuated by and coupled to the moving front panel of the camera. It is attached to the nameplate directly in front of the direct view finder. A vertical glass rod with focusing spot far the two images can be seen when lacking through the tinder. Focusing the camera by superimposing the two images so that the outlines exactly coincide insures sharp focus. Framing and focusing are accomplished while looking through the tinder, without making the eye train one position to another.

Before using the Rolleimeter two simple adjustments are required:

1. A one time adjustment of the actuating lever (screw a) to suit the focal length of the lens employed.

2. Adjustment of the lever button (screw b) so that the range finder indicates sharp focus at infinity (oo) when the camera is in focus at the same distance. This adjustment should be rechecked from time to time.