Chronological overview of the Rollei Twin Eye Reflex model Automat
The International Rollei Club presents here comprehensive specifications of all Rollei TLR Automat camera models ever produced since the first Rolleiflex was introduced in 1928. All data was compiled from unique original Franke & Heidecke factory archive sheets but be aware that some data may differ from what might have been published elsewhere, this due to differences in the various resources. Use the data as reference for your used or new to buy photo camera, catalog your Rollei collection and learn more about the unique Rollei Twin Eye Reflex cameras.
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| Rolleiflex Automat 6x6 - Model RF 111A | ||
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August 1937 - March 1939 Serials: 568.516 - 805.0000 Taking Lens: Zeiss Tessar 3,5/75 Bayonet I Finder lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 2,8/75mm Push on 28.5mm Shutter: Compur - Rapid, 1 - 1/500 sec., T & B. Film: 6x6: B II 8 (120) & 35mm with Rolleikin I adapter set. |
Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop, no red window, film pressure plate without color coating. Lever also cocks the shutter. Double exposure prevention. Dimensions: 14.3x8.6x9.0cm Weight: 850 grams. This model has a hinged back with exposure guide. The camera could be used with Rolleikin I to use 35mm film & with the special glass plate film adapter. Later models have a shutter release safety lock. The following parts of his model can be modernized to 1955 standard: waist level finder, larger focusing knob, double exposure safety lock, viewing lens bayonet, X-sync contact. |
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| Rolleiflex Automat 6x6 - Model 2 = K4B | ||||||||||
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April 1939 - October 1945 Serials: 805.000 - 1.050.000 (some shared with Rolleiflex Standard New). Model 3 = K4B2 October 1945 - September 1949 Serials: 1.050.000 - 1.099.999 Taking Lens 1939-1945: Zeiss Tessar 3,5/75, Bayonet I Taking Lens 1945-1949: Zeiss Jena Tessar 3,5/75 Zeiss Oberkochen Opton 3,5/75 Schneider Xenar 3,5/75 All with filter Bayonet I Finder lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 2,8/75mm Bayonet I Shutter: Compur - Rapid, 1 - 1/500 sec., T & B, self timer. Film: 6x6: B II 8 (120) & 35mm with Rolleikin I adapter set. Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop, no red window, film pressure plate without color coating. Lever also cocks the shutter. Double exposure prevention. Dimensions: 14.0x9.0x9.5cm Weight: 928 grams. |
This model has a hinged back with exposure guide. The camera could be used with Rolleikin I to use 35mm film & with the special glass plate film adapter. The following parts of his model can be modernized to 1955 standard: waist level finder, larger focusing knob, double exposure safety lock, viewing lens bayonet, X-sync contact.
Also useable after modifications: Rolleimarin I under water housing, Rolleimeter, Rolleiflash. Pictured is Model K4B2 (1945-1949). The differences with model K4B are:
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| Rolleiflex Automat 6x6 - Model K4 / 50 | ||
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October 1949 - May 1951 Serials: 1.100.000 - 1.168.000 Taking Lens: Zeiss Jena Tessar 3,5/75 Zeiss Oberkochen Opton 3,5/75 Schneider Xenar 3,5/75 All with filter Bayonet I Finder lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 2,8/75mm Bayonet I Shutter: Compur - Rapid, 1 - 1/500 sec., T & B, self timer. Standard X sync. Film: 6x6: B II 8 (120) & 35mm with Rolleikin 2 adapter set. Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop, no red window, film pressure plate with black color coating. Lever also cocks the shutter. Double exposure prevention. |
Dimensions: 14.3x9.0x9.5cm Weight: 965 grams. This model has a hinged back with exposure guide, which can be exchanged for a dual film format back. The camera could be used with Rolleikin 2 to use 35mm film. The following parts of his model can be modernized: larger focusing knob & double exposure safety lock. Also useable after modifications: Rolleimarin I under water housing, Rolleimeter, Rolleiflash, Rolleikin 2 with dual format back. |
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| Rolleiflex Automat 6x6 - Model K4A | ||
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June 1951 - March 1954 Serials: 1.200.001 - 1.474.999 Taking Lens: Zeiss Jena Tessar 3,5/75 Zeiss Oberkochen Opton 3,5/75 Schneider Xenar 3,5/75 All with filter Bayonet I Finder lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 2,8/75mm Bayonet I Shutter: Compur - Rapid, 1 - 1/500 sec., T & B, self timer. X sync. Film: 6x6: B II 8 (120) & 35mm with Rolleikin 2 adapter set. Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop, no red window, film pressure plate with black color coating. Lever also cocks the shutter. Double exposure prevention. |
Dimensions: 14.3x9.0x9.5cm Weight: 970 grams. This model has a hinged dual format back with exposure guide. The special feature is a new EV related exposure scale. From serial 1.268.000 the camera accepts hand grip and quick mount plate. Also useable with Rolleimarin 1 under water housing. Can be upgraded to larger focusing knob. |
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| Rolleiflex Automat 6x6 - Model K4B | ||
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April 1954 - September 1956 Serials: 1.428.001 - 1.739.999 Taking Lens: Zeiss Jena Tessar 3,5/75 Zeiss Oberkochen Opton 3,5/75 Schneider Xenar 3,5/75 All with filter Bayonet I Finder lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 2,8/75mm Bayonet I Shutter: Compur - Rapid, 1 - 1/500 sec., T & B, self timer. M X sync. Film: 6x6: B II 8 (120) & 35mm with Rolleikin 2 adapter set. Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop, no red window, film pressure plate with black color coating. Lever also cocks the shutter. Double exposure prevention. |
Dimensions: 14.3x9.0x9.5cm Weight: 980 grams. This model has a hinged dual format back with exposure guide. The special feature is a new EV related exposure scale. From serial 1.464.000 the EV coupling can be disengaged by pressing a button in the aperture wheel. From serial 1.700.000 the EV coupling can be disengaged with a switch in the aperture wheel. Also useable without modifications: Rolleimarin 2 under water housing and all current accessories. |
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