Rollei Rolleicord V Analogue camera

Manufactured by Franke & Heidecke in Braunschweig, West Germany during the mid-1950s, the Rolleicord V is a highly refined 120 twin-lens reflex (TLR) medium format camera. Standing out as one of the most mechanically polished iterations in the storied Rolleicord lineage, the Model V introduced crucial functional upgrades, including a coupled aperture and shutter speed dial scale optimized for the intuitive Light Value System (LVS), a built-in manual self-timer, and a right-hand focusing knob layout. Positioned as a beautifully balanced counterpart to the professional Rolleiflex series, the Rolleicord V earned legendary status among fine-art and street photographers for its lightweight handling, extreme structural rigidity, and iconic waist-level viewing perspective. It remains an elegant mechanical masterpiece highly sought after by analog collectors and medium format purists.

KEY FEATURES

Traditional twin-lens reflex optical path providing large 6x6cm square negatives on 120 film

Coupled aperture-shutter speed calculation dials based on the mid-century Light Value System (LVS)

High-quality graphic exposure estimation guide plate mounted securely to the rear door cover

Right-hand focusing knob configuration with dual-indicator depth of field scale

Robust West German all-metal body chassis dressed in classic textured pebbled cladding

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Camera Type: Twin-Lens Reflex (TLR) Medium Format Camera

Lens: Schneider-Kreuznach Xenar 75mm f/3.5 coated taking lens (Serial No. 4236050) and matched Heidosmat 75mm f/3.2 viewing lens

Shutter Speeds: Synchro-Compur fully synchronized leaf shutter with settings from 1 second to 1/500th second plus Bulb (B)

Serial Number: Engraved on the upper front face above the viewing lens structure: 1533036

CONDITION REPORT

Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition with normal light signs of prior handling and age. The black painted trim edges and satin chrome surfaces are beautifully preserved, exhibiting only minor superficial scuffs. The black pebbled leatherette panels are clean and tightly bound to the metal framework across all body profiles.

Optics: The Schneider-Kreuznach taking lens and Heidosmat viewing lens elements are bright and clear with minimal internal micro-dust, typical for a well-maintained camera of this era. The pop-up waist hood folds evenly and displays a clean ground glass focusing path.

Mechanics: The side focusing knob rotates smoothly across its full range, adjusting the front standard plate precisely without friction. The film winding mechanism tracks properly, and the Synchro-Compur shutter releases crisp across various manual speed thresholds.

Test status: This camera is being sold as a well-preserved vintage collectible and has not been tested with film for precise light-tightness or chemical testing.

WHATS INCLUDED

Rolleicord V 120 TLR medium format camera

Original twin-lens protective metal cap (front storage cover)

WHY BUY THIS ITEM

This Rolleicord V TLR combines the exquisite rendering of a Schneider-Kreuznach Xenar lens with legendary Franke & Heidecke engineering, providing a highly reliable and gorgeous mechanical masterpiece ready for display or functional analog enjoyment.

KEYWORDS

Rolleicord V, Rolleicord 5, Franke Heidecke, Twin Lens Reflex, TLR Camera, Schneider Kreuznach, Xenar 75mm, Synchro Compur, Medium Format, 120 Film, West Germany, Vintage Analog, Collector Camera