The camera in your image is an Agfa Click-II, a classic medium-format viewfinder camera manufactured in Germany by Agfa between 1959 and 1970. This charming, budget-friendly camera was designed for the mass market and remains a popular choice today for toy camera enthusiasts and Lomography fans due to its simple, retro aesthetics.
Core Technical Specifications
- Film Type: It uses standard 120 roll film.
- Image Format: Captures 12 square exposures per roll, with each negative measuring 6x6 cm.
- Lens: Equipped with a two-element Achromat 72.5mm f/8.8 lens.
- Shutter Speed: A single, fixed mechanical speed of approximately 1/30th of a second.
Aperture & Focus Settings: The lever on the side of the lens allows you to switch between three settings:- Sunny / Landscape: Switched to a smaller aperture (around f/11 to f/16) with a fixed focus spanning from 4 meters to infinity.
- Cloudy: Opens up to the maximum aperture of f/8.8 for lower light.
- Portrait/Close-Up: Swivels an internal close-up lens into place, narrowing the focus range down to 2.5 to 4 meters.
Tips for Using It Today
- Avoid Camera Shake: Because 1/30s is a relatively slow shutter speed, keep your hands very steady when pressing the shutter lever to prevent motion blur.
- Film Choice: Use modern 120 film such as Ilford FF4 Plus (for black and white) or Kodak Portra 400(for color).
- No Batteries Required: The camera is fully mechanical, meaning you do not need any batteries to operate.