When was the Kodak Duaflex IV made?
The Kodak Duaflex is a 620 roll film pseudo TLR made by Kodak in the US, Canada, and UK. The original versions were available from December 1947 – September 1950 in the US, and 1949-1955 in the UK; the Duaflex IV was finally discontinued in the US in March 1960.
What film does the Kodak Duaflex use?
620 film
Because the Kodak Duaflex cameras are made for 620 film, it does require a bit of effort to get the right fit when using 120mm or 35mm film, but it’s easy once you know how to do it.
Who invented the Duaflex?
Kodak
The Kodak Duaflex is a 620 roll film pseudo TLR made by Kodak in the US and UK. The original versions were available from December 1947 – September 1950 in the US, and 1949-1955 in the UK; the Duaflex IV was finally discontinued in the US in March 1960.
Does camera have two lenses?
A twin-lens reflex camera (TLR) is a type of camera with two objective lenses of the same focal length. One of the lenses is the photographic objective or “taking lens” (the lens that takes the picture), while the other is used for the viewfinder system, which is usually viewed from above at waist level.
When was the Kodak Duaflex II made?
Specification
Manufacturer | : | Kodak (UK) |
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Produced | : | 1955 – 1960 |
Classification | : | Medium Format |
Body Type | : | Pseudo Twin Lens Reflex |
Construction | : | Bakelite/Metal |
How much is a Kodak Duaflex camera worth?
Kodak Eastman: Duaflex III
Average | Very good | Mint |
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$30-40 | $50-60 | $90-100 |
Estimate value accuracy: |
Why is 120 film cheaper than 35mm?
Because it is a larger film, this means each roll contains only 16 shots instead of the 36 shots on a 35mm film. You know what that means – yep, it’s way more expensive to shoot 120mm. You have to purchase more rolls to shoot the same amount of frames.
Why does film look better than digital?
Film Blends Light and Color Better Digital camera sensors, are made up of millions of tiny squares that give us an image. Film isn’t split up in such a linear way, and because of that, it naturally blends light and colors better.
How much is a Rolleiflex camera worth?
Properly functioning Rolleiflex 2.8f cameras generally sell for between $900 and $1,500, with finer examples commanding a premium.
What kind of camera is a Kodak Duaflex II?
Kodak Duaflex II with Kodet Lens Camera by Eastman Kodak . Vintage Kodak DuaFlex II Twin Lens Box Camera, with Flash. Uses 620 film. Vintage Kodak Duaflex IV Camera, Strap, Flash and Bulbs.
What’s the shutter speed on a Duaflex IV?
This is a Duaflex IV with a less expensive ‘Kodet’ lens, 75mm, F/15, but everything else is the same. The shutter speed test shows an average speed of about 1/40th second. So with print type film, you can safely use ISO 100-400 rated film at F/16. Here is the view through the bright viewfinder.
What kind of filters does Kodak kodalite Flash take?
Kodalite flash no. 710 or others, and possibly some filters although I don’t know what size. The ‘Kodet’ lens takes Kodak 6A filters. Crippling features and omissions; takes 620 film, which is not widely available now. The shutter speed is slow, so blurry shots may be a problem for jittery folks.
Kodak Duaflex II with Kodet Lens Camera by Eastman Kodak . Vintage Kodak DuaFlex II Twin Lens Box Camera, with Flash. Uses 620 film. Vintage Kodak Duaflex IV Camera, Strap, Flash and Bulbs.
This is a Duaflex IV with a less expensive ‘Kodet’ lens, 75mm, F/15, but everything else is the same. The shutter speed test shows an average speed of about 1/40th second. So with print type film, you can safely use ISO 100-400 rated film at F/16. Here is the view through the bright viewfinder.
Kodalite flash no. 710 or others, and possibly some filters although I don’t know what size. The ‘Kodet’ lens takes Kodak 6A filters. Crippling features and omissions; takes 620 film, which is not widely available now. The shutter speed is slow, so blurry shots may be a problem for jittery folks.