RARE Graflex XL Rodenstock - Heligon 80mm F2. 8, Medium Format Range Finder Camera
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:42807446 | Model: XL |
| Focus Type: Manual | Format: 80 mm |
| Brand: Graflex | Type: Rangefinder |
Graflex XL Medium Format Rangefinder Modular Press Camera System.
w/ Rodenstock-Heligon 80mm f2.8 lens on Synchro-Compur shutter (1/500) (serial #: 6164595)
+ Graflex roll holder
+ Sports finder
Serial #: X45405
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Works:
Shutter fires, very solid.
Shutter speed sets easily, and seems to be accurate in the entire range (from 1/500 sec to 1 sec and B).
Aperture sets very nicely and is snappy
Focus is smooth....
Range finder glass cover has some damage (very common for this camera), but does not affect it's operation at all. Rangefinder works excellent (glass problem not seen in the view at all) !! Also the glass is solid and clean, fixed (not moving), the part that houses the range finder mechanism feels very solid too.
Viewfinder is large, bright, and super clean. See last picture for a glimpse of the view (very clean, no dust; note the yellow circle in the center for range finder focusing).
Body in very good condition. No scratches or dents. Does have minor wear here and there, and a little dusty. Please see all pictures.
The cover for the shutter handle (picture #8, on the left) is missing, but it does not affect any operations.
The German-made Rodenstock-Heligon 80/2.8 is a great lens ! It's in nice condition. Very clean and clear (picture #3, 4 from front, and #11 from the back), with no scratch/fungus/haze. There is one spot on the front (picture #2) that does not seem to be scratch or fungus. Also some type of effect near the edge (see picture #4 near the serial #) that does not seem to be haze or fungus. Overall the lens is so clear and clean, I don't think any of these will affect picture taking. Picture #4 shows "B" (bulb) in operation.
The lens is inter-changeable (see picture #6)
The roll holder seems to work fine. Check pictures #10, 11. Not film tested.
Mounted on the cold shoe, the sports finder maybe used for certain film format (6x7?). It seems to be in good condition.
Comes with the strap.
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This camera was introduced in 1965 (and produced till ~ mid 1970's), and was the last camera designed by Graflex. It takes excellent, sharp images. With this Heligon 80/2.8 lens you don't find that many around. And it comes with some accessories you may need. (It's a heavy item, shipping is a little expensive, so if you have any questions (or want to see more pictures) please ask me before you buy, and I'll be happy to answer to the best of my knowledge)
Give it a try. Add it to your collection.
w/ Rodenstock-Heligon 80mm f2.8 lens on Synchro-Compur shutter (1/500) (serial #: 6164595)
+ Graflex roll holder
+ Sports finder
Serial #: X45405
-----------------------------
Works:
Shutter fires, very solid.
Shutter speed sets easily, and seems to be accurate in the entire range (from 1/500 sec to 1 sec and B).
Aperture sets very nicely and is snappy
Focus is smooth....
Range finder glass cover has some damage (very common for this camera), but does not affect it's operation at all. Rangefinder works excellent (glass problem not seen in the view at all) !! Also the glass is solid and clean, fixed (not moving), the part that houses the range finder mechanism feels very solid too.
Viewfinder is large, bright, and super clean. See last picture for a glimpse of the view (very clean, no dust; note the yellow circle in the center for range finder focusing).
Body in very good condition. No scratches or dents. Does have minor wear here and there, and a little dusty. Please see all pictures.
The cover for the shutter handle (picture #8, on the left) is missing, but it does not affect any operations.
The German-made Rodenstock-Heligon 80/2.8 is a great lens ! It's in nice condition. Very clean and clear (picture #3, 4 from front, and #11 from the back), with no scratch/fungus/haze. There is one spot on the front (picture #2) that does not seem to be scratch or fungus. Also some type of effect near the edge (see picture #4 near the serial #) that does not seem to be haze or fungus. Overall the lens is so clear and clean, I don't think any of these will affect picture taking. Picture #4 shows "B" (bulb) in operation.
The lens is inter-changeable (see picture #6)
The roll holder seems to work fine. Check pictures #10, 11. Not film tested.
Mounted on the cold shoe, the sports finder maybe used for certain film format (6x7?). It seems to be in good condition.
Comes with the strap.
-------------------------------
This camera was introduced in 1965 (and produced till ~ mid 1970's), and was the last camera designed by Graflex. It takes excellent, sharp images. With this Heligon 80/2.8 lens you don't find that many around. And it comes with some accessories you may need. (It's a heavy item, shipping is a little expensive, so if you have any questions (or want to see more pictures) please ask me before you buy, and I'll be happy to answer to the best of my knowledge)
Give it a try. Add it to your collection.
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