Agfa Selecta | Analogue camera

The Agfa Selecta M Solinar is a compact 35 mm film camera produced in the 1950s by Agfa, representing the most refined version of the Selecta series thanks to the Solinar lens, among the best produced by the brand.

The body maintains the sober and elegant design typical of Agfa: clean lines, metal construction and compact dimensions that make it practical to carry anywhere. It is a camera designed for everyday use, but with a quality superior to the simpler compact cameras of the era.

The “M” indicates the presence of the integrated rangefinder, which allows precise focusing through the viewfinder, overcoming the limit of approximate focusing of the base versions. This makes it much more versatile, especially for portraits and situations with a shallow depth of field.

The real strong point is the Solinar lens, a high-quality optic for the period, characterized by sharp rendering, good contrast and a pleasant tonal depth. It is one of Agfa’s most appreciated lenses, capable of competing with higher-end products.