Rolleicord II (Model 4) 75mm 3.5

Rolleicord II (Model 4) – TLR Medium Format Camera 

The Rolleicord with serial number 681458 is a Rolleicord II (Model 4), produced by Franke & Heidecke around 1949–1950 in Germany. This twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera shoots 6×6 cm images on 120 roll film and is known for its compact design, mechanical simplicity, and excellent image quality. It features a Zeiss Triotar lens, and like other Rolleicord models, it was designed as a more affordable alternative to the Rolleiflex, while retaining much of its optical excellence.

Key Features

• Film Format: 120 roll film – 6×6 cm negatives

• Taking Lens: Zeiss Triotar 75mm f/3.5 – 3-element lens, known for classic rendering and gentle bokeh

• Viewing Lens: Heidoscop Anastigmat 75mm

• Shutter: Compur-Rapid – speeds from 1s to 1/500s + Bulb

• Aperture Range: f/3.5 to f/22

• Viewfinder: Waist-level finder with flip-up magnifier

• Focusing: Front lens panel with ground glass screen

• Advance Mechanism: Manual film advance with red window for frame counting (later models had auto-stop)

• Build: Solid metal body with leatherette covering

• Weight: Approx. 850g

What’s Included

• Rolleicord II Model 4 camera body (Serial No. 681458)

• Waist-level viewfinder

• Film advance knob
  

Condition

Assumed unless otherwise specified:
Used – Good condition:

• Shutter: Should fire across speeds (confirm if functional)

• Optics: Taking and viewing lenses generally clean, with possible minor dust or age-related haze typical for the model

• Cosmetics: Moderate signs of wear consistent with a vintage camera, but no serious dents or damage

• Mechanics: Focus and aperture rings turn smoothly; film transport functions properly