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The Kodak Retina IIIC (large C as it has become named)replaced the Retina IIIc (small c) in 1957. The main difference between the two models was the IIIC offered an improved bright line viewfinder that showed the field of view for the telephoto and wide angle lenses that were offered as accessory lenses. So, the IIIC did not need an external top mounted viewfinder to use the accessory lenses. This made the IIIC easier to use and eliminated carrying the external viewfinder. These Retina cameras were not "point and shoot" cameras by todays standards. They were folding, compact and easy to carry. This made them the camera of choice for vacations and traveling. Their supurb Schneider lenses would yield images with very high definition and color quality. But, the user still needed to know how to operate the built-in light meter to set the shutter speed and lens opening for the correct exposure. And, the camera's lens needed to be focused with the coupled built-in range finder. Close to a quarter of a million Retina IIIC cameras were sold over a ten year period to intelligent,sophisticated people that appreciated the end result of thier photographic skills. Today, the IIIC is still one of the most sought after cameras by collectors. Finding one in good operating condition is not easy. Taking pictures with one will end when film and processing are no longer available. But, the memory will live on.Vollständige Rezension lesen
This is not a Point and Shoot camera ! Who knows what less than photographically educated individual at ebay came up with this title. A more proper title would be Type 028 Retina IIIC 35mm folding rangefinder camera ! This camera is for the serious amateur that wants great film photos and wants to actually learn something about setting one's own exposures and actually focusing a camera with a rangefinder with zero automation. Zero automation means no battery to go dead. The camera has an excellent normal lens which will give you great photos.
i've always wanted one of these pocket cameras and now i have both the large and small 3c versions..excellent camera for slide photography with its 3 lenses 50/35/80 excellent sharpness superior detail in tne shadows i use kodak elite chrome 200 asa which is an excellent film for what i shoot which is scenics..overall a fine camera highly recommended for people who appreciate fine quality workmanship in a 35mm camera..denault8517 see you..
Beautiful camera, great Schneider Xenon lens, takes sharp pictures on black and white film which is why I bought it.
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The camera did not dissapoint me in the least. It is in perfect working order and in perfect cosmetic appearance. I bought it to replace one just like it I had while in the USAF stationed in N Africa back in the late 50"s. I'm very glad I won the bid and now am the proud owner of this camera. Having it around brings back a lot of memories of all the Kodacrome slides I shot while over there. Even the leather case is in perfect condition, and also the manual for it. Thanks Ebay, Paul
The Retina IIIc camera is a classic vintage item with the German quality and in particular its lens. Few other camera at that time had this quality in both: body and lens. All pictures taken with this camera and its lens were of a superb quality with great details and vivid colors, even on shady places the details were always present. All the mechanism was built with precision and quality materials the main reason to last for so long years.
Well gosh, those are kind of dumb questions up there. Is it reliable? It's an extremely well-made camera, but it's 70 years old; no telling if it was dropped in the ocean 30 years ago. If you get a good one, it's as reliable as any other mechanical camera. Is it a good value? Kind of depends on what you paid for it. There's a guy in New Zealand who sells completely rebuilt examples for under $200, so I'd never pay close to that for an unknown used one. The camera itself is great fun to use if you know what you're doing. There's no battery and no meter, so it's all up to you. It's small and light, and the Xenar and Xenon lenses are terrific. They're not very fast, so this is mostly a walking around outdoors kind of camera. It will slow you down and make you pay attention to what you're shooting, but you should be doing that with film anyway. Definitely worth a try if you're into the process of photography and enjoy precision mechanical devices.Vollständige Rezension lesen
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Buying was smooth and easy, it had nice quality and friendly service.
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First, it is not a point and shoot camera - it is a rangefinder, with a built-in light meter. I collect old cameras and this one is a gem - made in Germany, high quality, very good pictures, but it is purely manual - great if you want to experience the art of photography, not so good if you are into instant gratification.
The camera is in good shape. I'm very happy.
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