Silette I is a 35mm film viewfinder camera made by Agfa and introduced in 1962.
In 1962, a new series of Silette cameras with plastic body was introduced. Styling like Agfa Optima Ia introduced at same time. There are two types according to McKeown's [1]
Some features[]
- Lens: Agfa Color-Agnar 45mm f/2.8
- Shutter release: on front of body
- Shutter: Prontor 125, speeds: 1/30-1/60-1/125 +B
- Focusing: helicoid, distance and symbols scales
- Frame counter: manual, on the left side of the camera
- Removable back
- Cocking lever: on the top plate
- There are variants with some minor cosmetic differences
Notes and references[]
- ↑ McKeown, James M. and Joan C. McKeown's Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, 12th Edition, 2005-2006. USA, Centennial Photo Service, 2004. ISBN 0-931838-40-1 (hardcover). ISBN 0-931838-41-X (softcover). p.33