Ammonite Press 2011, Hardcover, 8 1/4 x 10 7/8", 352 pages.
A fascinating insight into the rise and eventual decline of the Rollei brand of twin-reflex camera that will appeal to all classic camera enthusiasts and collectors, as well as anyone keen to learn more about photography at the height of the roll-film era.
The Classic Rollei is a comprehensive guide to the Rollei twin-lens reflex cameras made between 1929 and 1981. It covers all the production models and virtually all the accessories. The book looks at the reasons behind the rise of the Rolleis, at the causes of their eventual decline, and at some of the well-known photographers who relied on them in the course of their professional careers. This is a guide to everything you could wish to know about the cameras themselves, plus a fascinating insight into the history of the Rollei brand. The lenses and shutters fitted to the various models are also covered, along with invaluable advice for anyone thinking of buying a Rollei-whether they are collectors or users. The Classic Rollei is an indispensable guide to these world-famous cameras and will interest everyone keen to learn more about photography at the height of the roll-film era.
CONTENTS:
Preface
Foreword
Explanatory notes
Chapter 1 - Setting the scene
Chapter 2 - Rise of the Rollei
Chapter 3 - Heyday of the Rollei
Chapter 4 - From lens to film - an era recorded
Chapter 5 - Against the tide
Chapter 6 - Lenses and shutters
Chapter 7 - The accessories
Chapter 8 - A guide for the user
Appendix A - Loading and winding instructions
Appendix B - Camera condition - Part 1 Accessing condition - Part 2 Faults, like causes and implications - Part 3 Checking focus
Appendix C - Care of the cameras
Appendix D - Identifying the models
Appendix E - Exploded views of Rolleiflex Automat Assemblies
Acknowledgements
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