Rollei 35 TE met Tessar 40mm F3.5 – Iconische Duitse precisie | Compacte 35mm-camera met tijdloos design Analogue compact camera
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Selected by Rob ter Ellen
Over 35 years' experience specialising in cameras and optical equipment.
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The Rollei 35 TE is an untested 35 mm camera with a Carl Zeiss Tessar 40 mm f/3.5 lens and a non-working built-in light meter.
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Rollei 35 TE – Iconic German Precision | Compact 35mm Camera with Timeless Design
A particularly handsome classic from the history of photography: the Rollei 35 TE, a compact 35mm camera where German technical ingenuity, minimalist industrial design, and high-quality optics come together in an exceptional way. The Rollei 35 series gained worldwide fame for its revolutionary compact size and the ingenious construction that made full-frame photography possible in a particularly handy housing.
The Rollei 35 TE is a characterful specimen from this iconic family. The metal housing, the precisely shaped control elements, and the clear layout reflect the German design philosophy in which functionality, durability and aesthetics reinforce each other.
German design in pocket size
The Rollei 35 TE stands out with its compact, rectangular housing and the thoughtful placement of controls. The lens can be retracted into the camera body, making the camera exceptionally easy to carry. This ingenious design makes the Rollei 35 one of the most recognizable compact analog cameras of the twentieth century.
The camera is equipped with a high-quality Carl Zeiss Tessar 40mm f/3.5 lens, known for its characteristic rendering and sharp results. The fixed focal length encourages a deliberate way of photographing, with composition, distance and light central.
The Rollei 35 TE combines fully manual focusing and exposure settings with an built-in light meter. This provides a direct, tangible photography experience that is especially cherished by collectors and lovers of analog photography.
Condition and point of attention
This example is in very neat and well-kept condition and presents itself as an attractive collector’s item.
Attention: the built-in light meter unfortunately does not work. This is a known issue with older electronic cameras from this generation. The operation of the other functions is not further confirmed.
The camera can still be used with manually determined exposure settings, for example using an external light meter, a suitable light meter app, or an exposure table. The defective light meter also makes this example interesting for the collector of classic Rollei cameras or for someone considering restoration.
Technical specifications
Brand: Rollei
Model: 35 TE
Camera type: compact analog 35mm camera
Introduction: circa 1979
Film format: 35mm film (24 × 36 mm)
Lens: Carl Zeiss Tessar 40mm f/3.5
Focal length: 40 mm
Maximum aperture: f/3.5
Minimum aperture: f/22
Focusing: manual, via distance scale
Minimum focusing distance: circa 0.9 meters
Shutter: mechanical leaf shutter
Shutter speeds: 1/2 to 1/500 second, plus B
Exposure control: manual
Light meter: built-in, currently defective
Exposure readout: LEDs in the viewfinder
Film transport: manual
Film rewind: manual
Viewfinder: optical through-the-lens finder
Flash sync: via hot shoe and flash contact
Power for light meter: battery, depending on model and battery used
Dimensions: circa 97 × 60 × 32 mm
Weight: circa 370 grams
Housing material: metal
Design: compact, functional and characteristically German industrial design
An iconic classic for the enthusiast
The Rollei 35 TE represents a remarkable period in which German manufacturers pushed the boundaries of compact camera design. The combination of the Carl Zeiss Tessar optics, the mechanical operation, and the ingenious retractable lens construction gives this camera lasting appeal.
Despite the non-working light meter, this remains a stylish and collectible example in very neat condition. An interesting addition for lovers of German precision engineering, vintage cameras, and the timeless aesthetics of analog photography.
The item in this auction is sold "as is." If an item has not been tested, the risk that it does not work lies with the buyer. This means that after the sale no claims can be made about the functionality of the item, unless it does not correspond to the description below.
See photos to get a good sense of the condition of the lens and camera; they are part of the description. You get what you see!
Shipping with DPD, GLS or DHL.
It will be well packaged and shipped promptly. We are not liable for additional charges imposed outside the EU and for returns if you are not at home.
Happy bidding and good luck!
Rollei 35 TE – Iconic German Precision | Compact 35mm Camera with Timeless Design
A particularly handsome classic from the history of photography: the Rollei 35 TE, a compact 35mm camera where German technical ingenuity, minimalist industrial design, and high-quality optics come together in an exceptional way. The Rollei 35 series gained worldwide fame for its revolutionary compact size and the ingenious construction that made full-frame photography possible in a particularly handy housing.
The Rollei 35 TE is a characterful specimen from this iconic family. The metal housing, the precisely shaped control elements, and the clear layout reflect the German design philosophy in which functionality, durability and aesthetics reinforce each other.
German design in pocket size
The Rollei 35 TE stands out with its compact, rectangular housing and the thoughtful placement of controls. The lens can be retracted into the camera body, making the camera exceptionally easy to carry. This ingenious design makes the Rollei 35 one of the most recognizable compact analog cameras of the twentieth century.
The camera is equipped with a high-quality Carl Zeiss Tessar 40mm f/3.5 lens, known for its characteristic rendering and sharp results. The fixed focal length encourages a deliberate way of photographing, with composition, distance and light central.
The Rollei 35 TE combines fully manual focusing and exposure settings with an built-in light meter. This provides a direct, tangible photography experience that is especially cherished by collectors and lovers of analog photography.
Condition and point of attention
This example is in very neat and well-kept condition and presents itself as an attractive collector’s item.
Attention: the built-in light meter unfortunately does not work. This is a known issue with older electronic cameras from this generation. The operation of the other functions is not further confirmed.
The camera can still be used with manually determined exposure settings, for example using an external light meter, a suitable light meter app, or an exposure table. The defective light meter also makes this example interesting for the collector of classic Rollei cameras or for someone considering restoration.
Technical specifications
Brand: Rollei
Model: 35 TE
Camera type: compact analog 35mm camera
Introduction: circa 1979
Film format: 35mm film (24 × 36 mm)
Lens: Carl Zeiss Tessar 40mm f/3.5
Focal length: 40 mm
Maximum aperture: f/3.5
Minimum aperture: f/22
Focusing: manual, via distance scale
Minimum focusing distance: circa 0.9 meters
Shutter: mechanical leaf shutter
Shutter speeds: 1/2 to 1/500 second, plus B
Exposure control: manual
Light meter: built-in, currently defective
Exposure readout: LEDs in the viewfinder
Film transport: manual
Film rewind: manual
Viewfinder: optical through-the-lens finder
Flash sync: via hot shoe and flash contact
Power for light meter: battery, depending on model and battery used
Dimensions: circa 97 × 60 × 32 mm
Weight: circa 370 grams
Housing material: metal
Design: compact, functional and characteristically German industrial design
An iconic classic for the enthusiast
The Rollei 35 TE represents a remarkable period in which German manufacturers pushed the boundaries of compact camera design. The combination of the Carl Zeiss Tessar optics, the mechanical operation, and the ingenious retractable lens construction gives this camera lasting appeal.
Despite the non-working light meter, this remains a stylish and collectible example in very neat condition. An interesting addition for lovers of German precision engineering, vintage cameras, and the timeless aesthetics of analog photography.
The item in this auction is sold "as is." If an item has not been tested, the risk that it does not work lies with the buyer. This means that after the sale no claims can be made about the functionality of the item, unless it does not correspond to the description below.
See photos to get a good sense of the condition of the lens and camera; they are part of the description. You get what you see!
Shipping with DPD, GLS or DHL.
It will be well packaged and shipped promptly. We are not liable for additional charges imposed outside the EU and for returns if you are not at home.
Happy bidding and good luck!
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Rollei
Model/type nr
35 TE met Tessar 40mm F3.5 – Iconische Duitse precisie | Compacte 35mm-camera met tijdloos design
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Not tested
Film type
35mm
Serial number
503550076
Estimated period
1970-1980, 1980-1990
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