Agfa Billy Record II

Agfa Billy Record II | Agfa Apotar 105mm f/4.5 - Good Condition | Classic Medium Format Folding Icon

The Agfa Billy Record II (VL) is a beautifully engineered medium format folding camera that represents the golden era of German portable design. Capable of producing large $6\times 9$ cm negatives on standard 120 film, this camera offers incredible detail and resolution in a body that folds down to fit into a coat pocket. This model is equipped with the respected Agfa Apotar 105mm f/4.5 lens, produced by the renowned optical house Steinheil. Known for its classic rendering and sharp central contrast, the Apotar lens provides a nostalgic, soulful look to images that modern digital sensors cannot replicate. With its tactile leather bellows and mechanical precision, the Billy Record is an elegant gateway into the world of medium format film photography.

Key Features

• Large $6\times 9$ format negatives for professional-grade detail and tonal depth

• High-quality Agfa Apotar 105mm f/4.5 lens by Steinheil for classic character

• Iconic folding design—combines medium format quality with pocketable portability

• Robust Prontor-S shutter with a variety of speeds for creative exposure control

• Fully mechanical operation—no batteries required for shooting

• Durable all-metal construction with high-quality leatherette covering

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition. The metal frame shows minor age-related wear, and the leatherette is well-preserved. Bellows are supple and light-tight.

• Sensor/Optics: The 105mm Apotar lens is in good used condition; glass is clear with minimal internal dust consistent with its vintage.

• Mechanics/Electronics: Fully operational. The folding mechanism is smooth, the shutter fires accurately across all speeds, and the aperture blades are clean.

Specialist Note "The Agfa Billy Record is a favorite among film purists because of the sheer size of the negative it produces. A $6\times 9$ negative is huge—roughly five times the size of a standard 35mm frame—which gives your photos an incredible '3D' feel and smooth grain. The Steinheil-made Apotar lens is a sleeper; when stopped down slightly, it is surprisingly sharp but retains a soft, glowing fall-off in the corners that is perfect for artistic landscapes and environmental portraits. It is a slow, deliberate, and deeply rewarding camera to use."

What's Included

• Agfa Billy Record II Camera (S/N: 316449)
  

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Medium Format Folding Camera

• Film Type: 120 Film ($6\times 9$ cm frames)

• Lens: Agfa Apotar 105mm f/4.5 (Steinheil)

• Shutter: Prontor-S (B, 1s - 1/250s)

• Category: Cameras ▸ Medium Format Camera