Kodak Retinette Analogue camera

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Kodak Retinette 35mm folding camera, tested and working, in good condition.

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Kodak Retina I (Type 015) Folding Camera with Angénieux 50mm f/3.5 Lens & Original Leather Case – Made in Germany

Offered is a classic Kodak Retina I (Type 015) folding 35 mm camera, manufactured by Kodak AG Stuttgart, Germany, in the early 1950s (circa 1951–1954).

This camera is fitted with the sought-after:

* Angénieux Anastigmat 50mm f/3.5 lens
* French-made optical glass
* Kodak-branded front ring

The Retina series is renowned for its precision German engineering, compact folding design, and excellent optical performance. Versions equipped with an Angénieux lens are considerably less common than those fitted with Schneider or Rodenstock lenses, making them especially attractive to collectors.

Condition

Cosmetic Condition

* Very good vintage condition.
* Minor signs of age and use consistent with its age.
* Chrome parts retain a nice finish with light edge wear.
* Original leather covering is well preserved.
* Bellows appear intact with no visible tears or holes.
* Includes the original Kodak leather ever-ready case with attractive vintage patina and original shoulder strap.

Optics

* The lens appears clean upon visual inspection.
* No professional internal inspection has been performed for haze, fungus, separation, or cleaning marks.

Mechanical Condition

* Folding mechanism opens and locks correctly.
* Camera has not been film tested.
* Shutter speeds, focus, and overall functionality have not been professionally tested.
* Sold as an untested vintage collector’s item.

Included

* Kodak Retina I (Type 015) camera
* Angénieux Anastigmat 50mm f/3.5 lens
* Original Kodak leather ever-ready case
* Original leather shoulder strap

Historical Background

The Kodak Retina series is one of the most iconic lines of 35 mm cameras produced by Kodak in Germany. These cameras are highly regarded for their exceptional build quality, precision mechanics, and compact folding construction. Cameras equipped with Angénieux lenses are relatively scarce and are particularly desirable among collectors of vintage photographic equipment.

Specifications

* Manufacturer: Kodak AG Stuttgart, Germany
* Model: Retina I (Type 015)
* Production period: circa 1951–1954
* Film format: 35 mm
* Lens: Angénieux Anastigmat 50 mm f/3.5
* Folding metal body with leather covering

Kodak Retina I (Type 015) Folding Camera with Angénieux 50mm f/3.5 Lens & Original Leather Case – Made in Germany

Offered is a classic Kodak Retina I (Type 015) folding 35 mm camera, manufactured by Kodak AG Stuttgart, Germany, in the early 1950s (circa 1951–1954).

This camera is fitted with the sought-after:

* Angénieux Anastigmat 50mm f/3.5 lens
* French-made optical glass
* Kodak-branded front ring

The Retina series is renowned for its precision German engineering, compact folding design, and excellent optical performance. Versions equipped with an Angénieux lens are considerably less common than those fitted with Schneider or Rodenstock lenses, making them especially attractive to collectors.

Condition

Cosmetic Condition

* Very good vintage condition.
* Minor signs of age and use consistent with its age.
* Chrome parts retain a nice finish with light edge wear.
* Original leather covering is well preserved.
* Bellows appear intact with no visible tears or holes.
* Includes the original Kodak leather ever-ready case with attractive vintage patina and original shoulder strap.

Optics

* The lens appears clean upon visual inspection.
* No professional internal inspection has been performed for haze, fungus, separation, or cleaning marks.

Mechanical Condition

* Folding mechanism opens and locks correctly.
* Camera has not been film tested.
* Shutter speeds, focus, and overall functionality have not been professionally tested.
* Sold as an untested vintage collector’s item.

Included

* Kodak Retina I (Type 015) camera
* Angénieux Anastigmat 50mm f/3.5 lens
* Original Kodak leather ever-ready case
* Original leather shoulder strap

Historical Background

The Kodak Retina series is one of the most iconic lines of 35 mm cameras produced by Kodak in Germany. These cameras are highly regarded for their exceptional build quality, precision mechanics, and compact folding construction. Cameras equipped with Angénieux lenses are relatively scarce and are particularly desirable among collectors of vintage photographic equipment.

Specifications

* Manufacturer: Kodak AG Stuttgart, Germany
* Model: Retina I (Type 015)
* Production period: circa 1951–1954
* Film format: 35 mm
* Lens: Angénieux Anastigmat 50 mm f/3.5
* Folding metal body with leather covering

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kodak
Model/type nr
Retinette
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Serial number
958005
Estimated period
1950-1960
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