The International Rollei Club presents here comprehensive specifications of the Rollei magic cameras. 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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Rollei Magic model 1 - Model K9
Based on the Rolleicord series, this was a simpler Rolleiflex with automated exposure. October 1960 - March 1962: 25,000 pieces
Serials: 2.500.000 - 2.524.999 (some report 2.534.999 or 2.547.397, engraved under front panel. Taking Lens:
Xenar 3,5/75mm, Schneider,
Bayonet 2
Finder lens:
Heidosmat 3,5/75mm (actually same as taking lens), Bayonet 2. Interchangeable focusing screen. No parallax control. Shutter:
Prontomat S, Automatic exposure range from 1/30 - 1/300 sec., manual B, X-sync. Film: 120 for 12 exp. 6x6 or 16 exp. 4.5x6 Film Transportation: winding lever, film marker in film chamber, exposure counter for exposures 1-12.
Automatic exposure program.
Dimensions: 8.8x10.6x14.7cm. Weight: 1,000 grams.
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Rollei Magic II - Model K9
Choice of with automated or manual exposure & faster shutter. March 1962 - September 1968: 12,600 pieces
Serials: 2.535.000 - 2.547.600, engraved under front panel. Taking Lens:
Xenar 3,5/75mm, Schneider,
Bayonet 2 Finder lens:
Heidosmat 3,5/75mm (actually same as taking lens), Bayonet 2. Interchangeable focusing screen. No parallax control.
Shutter:
Prontomat S, Automatic exposure range from 1/30 - 1/500 sec., manual B, X-sync. Manual from EPV 8.5 -18. Film: 120 for 12 exp. 6x6 or 16 exp. 4.5x6 Film Transportation: winding lever with auto stop on first exposure, exposure counter for exposures 1-12.
Automatic exposure program with filter exposure correction settings.
Dimensions: 8.8x10.6x14.7cm. Weight: 1,000 grams.