Kodak Retina S1 Analogue camera
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Kodak Retina S1 35mm camera in good physical condition, tested and working.
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The Kodak Retina S1 is a notable 35mm compact viewfinder camera introduced in the mid-1960s by Kodak AG in Stuttgart, West Germany. Produced during the transition toward streamlined, easy-to-use consumer cameras, the S1 departed from the traditional folding bellows designs of earlier Retina models, opting instead for a modern rigid body with distinctive rectangular styling. Built to the renowned mechanical manufacturing standards of the Stuttgart factory, this German-engineered camera remains a sought-after addition for collectors of Kodak history and enthusiasts of mid-century European camera design.
KEY FEATURES
Compact 35mm viewfinder camera featuring a rigid German-built body
Fast manual zone focusing system paired with aperture guide symbols
Integrated optical viewfinder with bright framing guidelines
Dependable mechanical leaf shutter operating completely without batteries
Smooth rapid film advance lever located on the camera baseplate
All-metal chassis wrapped in durable textured black body covering
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Viewfinder Camera
Lens: Kodak Reomar 45mm f/2.8 coated glass prime lens
Shutter speeds: Agfa Pronto leaf shutter with B, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, and 1/250s
Serial Number: Not visible or unassigned on exterior housing
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition showing light traces of prior handling and minor cosmetic surface marks consistent with age. Metal surfaces are clean, satin finish remains bright, and the original body wrap is intact.
Optics: Optical viewfinder is clear and bright. Prime taking lens glass is clean, free from fungus, heavy haze, separation, or deep scratching.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all available shutter speeds. Rapid baseplate advance lever cycles smoothly, frame counter advances properly, and focus ring turns freely.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested mechanically. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
Kodak Retina S1 35mm camera
Original vintage leather carrying case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully preserved piece of West German Kodak engineering that combines mid-century mechanical reliability and classic minimalist design for any vintage camera collection.
The Kodak Retina S1 is a notable 35mm compact viewfinder camera introduced in the mid-1960s by Kodak AG in Stuttgart, West Germany. Produced during the transition toward streamlined, easy-to-use consumer cameras, the S1 departed from the traditional folding bellows designs of earlier Retina models, opting instead for a modern rigid body with distinctive rectangular styling. Built to the renowned mechanical manufacturing standards of the Stuttgart factory, this German-engineered camera remains a sought-after addition for collectors of Kodak history and enthusiasts of mid-century European camera design.
KEY FEATURES
Compact 35mm viewfinder camera featuring a rigid German-built body
Fast manual zone focusing system paired with aperture guide symbols
Integrated optical viewfinder with bright framing guidelines
Dependable mechanical leaf shutter operating completely without batteries
Smooth rapid film advance lever located on the camera baseplate
All-metal chassis wrapped in durable textured black body covering
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Viewfinder Camera
Lens: Kodak Reomar 45mm f/2.8 coated glass prime lens
Shutter speeds: Agfa Pronto leaf shutter with B, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, and 1/250s
Serial Number: Not visible or unassigned on exterior housing
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition showing light traces of prior handling and minor cosmetic surface marks consistent with age. Metal surfaces are clean, satin finish remains bright, and the original body wrap is intact.
Optics: Optical viewfinder is clear and bright. Prime taking lens glass is clean, free from fungus, heavy haze, separation, or deep scratching.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all available shutter speeds. Rapid baseplate advance lever cycles smoothly, frame counter advances properly, and focus ring turns freely.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested mechanically. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
Kodak Retina S1 35mm camera
Original vintage leather carrying case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully preserved piece of West German Kodak engineering that combines mid-century mechanical reliability and classic minimalist design for any vintage camera collection.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Kodak
Model/type nr
Retina S1
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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