Rolleiflex Twin-Lens Reflex 120 Camera with Schneider Xenar 75mm f/3.5 — Iconic German Medium Format
The Rolleiflex is arguably the most iconic Twin-Lens Reflex camera ever made. Built by Rollei in Germany, this precision instrument represents the pinnacle of medium-format engineering, used by professional photographers, artists, and collectors worldwide for over 70 years. This example pairs the excellent Schneider Xenar 75mm f/3.5 lens with a professional Synchro-Compur shutter—a legendary combination.
CAMERA SPECIFICATIONS:
Film format: 120 (12 exposures, 6×6 cm)
Lens system: Twin-lens design (taking lens + viewing lens)
Taking lens: Schneider Xenar 75mm f/3.5 (multicoated, excellent reputation)
Viewing lens: Heidosmat 75mm f/3.5 (bright, sharp matte screen)
Shutter: Synchro-Compur leaf shutter, 1–1/500s + B (flash sync on taking lens)
Flash: Hot shoe + X-sync terminal for electronic flash
Focus: Coupled rangefinder (rotating focusing wheel)
Viewfinder: Ground glass screen with prism (waist-level TLR format)
LENS QUALITY:
The Schneider Xenar is one of the most respected 75mm designs for medium format—sharp, contrasty, and renowned for beautiful rendering. Multicoated optics provide excellent light transmission and color saturation. Glass appears clean with no obvious fungus, haze, or scratches under available light.
SHUTTER & SPEEDS:
Synchro-Compur leaf shutter, 1–1/500s + B. Flash synchronization on the taking lens.
RANGEFINDER & FOCUSING:
Coupled rangefinder window visible and bright. Focusing wheel smooth across full range. Rangefinder accuracy should be verified against a known reference before shooting critical work.
CONDITION:
Exterior: Excellent. Chrome trim is bright with minimal plating loss. Leatherette is intact and supple. Minor wear consistent with age and professional use. Viewfinder: Bright and clear, matte screen in good condition. Interior: Clean.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:
IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES & TESTING:
This camera has NOT been tested for shutter accuracy, rangefinder coupling, or film transport.