Agfa Super Silette LK Analogue camera
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Agfa Super Silette LK 35mm rangefinder camera with Apotar 45mm f/2.8 lens, Pronto-LK shutter, built-in coupled selenium meter and rangefinder, in very good cosmetic condition and tested and working.
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The Agfa Super Silette LK, manufactured in Munich, West Germany, during the late 1950s and early 1960s, is a high-end evolution of the popular Silette range. This model distinguishes itself by integrating a coupled selenium light meter and a precise coupled rangefinder into a single, streamlined body. Known for its exceptional build quality and the reliable performance of its Agfa optics, the Super Silette LK was designed for serious amateur photographers who sought a compact, all-in-one manual camera capable of delivering professional-level results in a rugged, travel-ready format.
KEY FEATURES
Integrated coupled rangefinder for accurate manual focus
Built-in coupled selenium exposure meter (LK system)
Equipped with a sharp Agfa Apotar three-element lens
High-quality Pronto-LK leaf shutter with flash synchronization
Large, bright optical viewfinder with a clear rangefinder patch
Robust all-metal body construction with classic Agfa styling
Includes an original Agfa embossed leather ever-ready case
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Lens: Agfa Apotar 1:2.8 / 45mm
Shutter: Pronto-LK (speeds B, 1/15 to 1/500 second)
Film format: 35mm (135 cartridge)
Metering: Coupled selenium cell
Manufacturer: Agfa, Munich, West Germany
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Good vintage condition. The chrome top plate is clean, and the leatherette is well-preserved. There are minor signs of age-related wear on the metal edges as shown in the photos.
Optics: The Apotar lens glass is clear with minimal internal dust; the rangefinder patch remains visible and functional for focusing.
Mechanics: Shutter fires across all speeds; the film advance lever and focusing ring operate smoothly.
Test status: The selenium meter reacts to light, but accuracy has not been verified. Sold as a collectible; not tested with film for light-tightness or shutter precision.
WHATS INCLUDED
Agfa Super Silette LK camera
Original brown leather Agfa ever-ready case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully engineered West German rangefinder that offers a complete mechanical shooting experience with the added benefit of a coupled meter and the classic Apotar lens.
KEYWORDS
Agfa, Super Silette LK, Rangefinder, Apotar, 35mm, Vintage Camera, West Germany, Munich, Pronto-LK, Analog Photography, Coupled Meter, 1960s Camera
The Agfa Super Silette LK, manufactured in Munich, West Germany, during the late 1950s and early 1960s, is a high-end evolution of the popular Silette range. This model distinguishes itself by integrating a coupled selenium light meter and a precise coupled rangefinder into a single, streamlined body. Known for its exceptional build quality and the reliable performance of its Agfa optics, the Super Silette LK was designed for serious amateur photographers who sought a compact, all-in-one manual camera capable of delivering professional-level results in a rugged, travel-ready format.
KEY FEATURES
Integrated coupled rangefinder for accurate manual focus
Built-in coupled selenium exposure meter (LK system)
Equipped with a sharp Agfa Apotar three-element lens
High-quality Pronto-LK leaf shutter with flash synchronization
Large, bright optical viewfinder with a clear rangefinder patch
Robust all-metal body construction with classic Agfa styling
Includes an original Agfa embossed leather ever-ready case
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Lens: Agfa Apotar 1:2.8 / 45mm
Shutter: Pronto-LK (speeds B, 1/15 to 1/500 second)
Film format: 35mm (135 cartridge)
Metering: Coupled selenium cell
Manufacturer: Agfa, Munich, West Germany
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Good vintage condition. The chrome top plate is clean, and the leatherette is well-preserved. There are minor signs of age-related wear on the metal edges as shown in the photos.
Optics: The Apotar lens glass is clear with minimal internal dust; the rangefinder patch remains visible and functional for focusing.
Mechanics: Shutter fires across all speeds; the film advance lever and focusing ring operate smoothly.
Test status: The selenium meter reacts to light, but accuracy has not been verified. Sold as a collectible; not tested with film for light-tightness or shutter precision.
WHATS INCLUDED
Agfa Super Silette LK camera
Original brown leather Agfa ever-ready case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully engineered West German rangefinder that offers a complete mechanical shooting experience with the added benefit of a coupled meter and the classic Apotar lens.
KEYWORDS
Agfa, Super Silette LK, Rangefinder, Apotar, 35mm, Vintage Camera, West Germany, Munich, Pronto-LK, Analog Photography, Coupled Meter, 1960s Camera
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Agfa
Model/type nr
Super Silette LK
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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