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THE ROLLEIFLEX: MODEL BY MODEL
These green pages deal with the individual Rolleiflex
cameras in detail.
Self-contained sectionsfor each group of model cover points
of loading, unloading, shooting, and specific controls.
For afuller explanation of aspects common to all Rolleiflex
cameras, compare these sections with the main text under the
same headings.
Unloading
Shooting
Using the Rolleiflex E
Exposure Meter
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The Rollei-Magic I,II
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Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Rollei Tele-Rolleiflex
Summarization of Contents
Rolleiflex F and E Series
Rolleiflex 3.5F
Detailed description of the Rolleiflex 3.5F camera, including its specifications and features.
Rolleiflex 3.5E3
Information on the Rolleiflex 3.5E3, a model without a built-in exposure meter.
Rolleiflex 2.8F
Specifications for the Rolleiflex 2.8F, similar to the 3.5F but with an f 2.8 lens.
Rolleiflex 2.8E3
Details of the Rolleiflex 2.8E3, lacking a built-in meter but sharing features with the 2.8F.
Rolleiflex 2.8E/2
Overview of the Rolleiflex 2.8E/2, featuring an uncoupled photo-electric exposure meter.
Tele-Rolleiflex
Description of the Tele-Rolleiflex, equipped with a 135mm Zeiss Sonnar f4 lens.
Rolleiflex T
Rolleiflex T Operation
Guide to operating the Rolleiflex T, covering shooting and settings.
Rolleiflex T Exposure Meter
Instructions for using and installing the exposure meter for the Rolleiflex T.
Rollei-Magic I and II
Rollei-Magic Operation
Guide to operating the Rollei-Magic I and II, including automatic and manual modes.
Rollei-Magic Special Controls
Details on special controls for Rollei-Magic I and II, including time exposures and flash.
Rolleiflex 4x4
Rolleiflex 4x4 Operation
Instructions for shooting with the Rolleiflex 4x4, including settings and special controls.
Rolleiflex Automat Series
Rolleiflex Automat 1954 and 2.8D
Details on the Rolleiflex Automat 1954 and 2.8D models, including features and operation.
Rolleiflex 2.8C Operation
Focusing magnifier and special controls for the Rolleiflex 2.8C camera.
Earlier Rolleiflex Automats
Details on earlier Rolleiflex Automat models, focusing on differences from later versions.
Rolleiflex Automat 3.5 (1951)
Information on the 1951 Rolleiflex Automat 3.5, detailing its features and differences.
Early Rolleiflex Models
Rolleiflex Standard New
Description of the Rolleiflex Standard New, a variant of the Standard model.
Rolleiflex Standard (Lever Wind)
Details on the Rolleiflex Standard (Lever Wind) with push-on accessories.
Rolleiflex 4x4 (Pre-1939)
Information on the pre-1939 Rolleiflex 4x4 (Baby/Sports Rolleiflex) for 127 film.
Original Rolleiflex (1928-1929)
Details on the original Rolleiflex from 1928-1929, using B1 film.
Rolleiflex Standard Operations
Operation guide for the Rolleiflex Standard, including film counter and settings.
Lens Attachments and Accessories
Tele and Wide-angle Work
Using Rolleiflex models with MUTAR attachments for telephoto and wide-angle photography.
Close-up Work
Guide to using Rolleinar supplementary lenses for close-up photography.
Earlier Close-up Lens Sets
Information on Proxars, Curtars, and early Rolleinars before parallax compensation.
Soft Focus Lenses
Details on Rolleisoft lenses for softening critical definition in portraiture.
Lens Hoods
Using lens hoods to improve image quality and protect the lens.
The Rolleilux
Description of the Rolleilux, a lens hood with an attached photo-electric exposure meter.
Filters
Information on Rolleiflex filters for black and white and color photography.
Rollei Micro Adapter
Using the Rollei Micro Adapter for photomicrography with the Rolleiflex.
Viewing Accessories
Binocular Focusing Hood
Description of the binocular focusing hood for enhanced viewing and focusing.
Prism Finder
Information on the Rolleiflex pentaprism attachment for eye-level viewing.
Rolleigrid
Details on the Rolleigrid, a field lens to brighten the screen image.
Rolleiclear Screen
Information on the Rolleiclear screen with a wedge rangefinder.
Rolleimeter
Description of the Rolleimeter, a coupled optical rangefinder for Rolleiflex Automat.
Extension Focusing Knob
Details on the extension focusing knob for easier focusing in adverse conditions.
Camera Cases and Holding Accessories
Ever-Ready Cases
Details on leather ever-ready cases providing full camera protection and shooting facility.
Metal Ever-Ready Case
Information on the light-weight metal ever-ready case for total camera protection.
Panorama Head
Description of the panorama head for taking panoramic picture series.
Pistol Grip
Information on the pistol grip for comfortable and steady hand-held camera holding.
Stereo Slide
Details on the stereo slide for producing three-dimensional pictures.
Rolleimarin Underwater Housing
Description of the Rolleimarin underwater housing for Rolleiflex Automat cameras.
Rolleifix Tripod Head
Details on the Rolleifix tripod head for quick mounting and release of the camera.
Rolleimot
Information on the Rolleimot, an electric remote control release for Rolleiflex and Rollei Magic.
Alternative Picture Sizes
Rolleiflex Mask Set
Details on the Rolleiflex Mask Set for 16 pictures (2x1in or 10x10in) on 120 film.
Plate Adapter
Guide to using the plate adapter for single negative treatment and special formats.
Rolleikin Cine Film Adapter
Using the Rolleikin Cine Film Adapter for 35mm film and picture sequences.
Rolleikin II
Details on the Rolleikin II for current Rolleiflex cameras with 24x36mm pressure plate.
Installing the Release Knob
Instructions for installing the 35mm release knob on Rolleiflex models.
Assembling the Rolleikin II
Step-by-step guide to assembling the Rolleikin II for 35mm film use.
Rolleikin I
Details on the Rolleikin I 35mm attachment for Standard New and Automat models.
Assembling the Rolleikin I
Guide to assembling the Rolleikin I, replacing standard film knobs with specific ones.
Film Loading and Transport
Instructions for loading 35mm film cassettes and transporting film with Rolleikin.
Early Designs of Rolleikin
Information on Old Rolleikin I and Original Rolleikin cine adapters and their assembly.
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