Posts Tagged ‘Launch’

Vintage AGFA BILLY-RECORD Folding Camera w/leather case

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Vintage AGFA BILLY RECORD Folding Camera w/leather case

Currently 28.00

Here's a very nice AGFA BILLY-RECORD folding camera, in aesthetically great condition, along with the leather carrying case. I don't know anything about this item, so I'll just describe what I see, and offer the following info (courtesy of Camerapedia.org): The Agfa Billy Record was a folding camera made by the Agfa cameraworks Munich (Germany). The camera was suceeded by the Billy Record II. Some models of the Billy Record series had coloured bellows. Agfa Billy Record 7,7 Type: vertical folder Manufacturer: Agfa year of launch: 1933 Films: 120 roll films, 6×9 exposure format Lens: Agfa Anastigmat Jgestar 1:7.7/100mm (three optical elements) Shutter: Prontor (Alfred Gauthier, Culmbach), speeds 1/25 - 1/100 sec. Aperture: 1:7.7-1:32 Weight: 560 g Dimensions: 165×88×37mm (closed), 165×108×131mm (open) Price: 30 Reichsmark in Germany, 185 Francs in France It is untested (as far as loading with actual film and shooting, although there is film in it), therefore I cannot guarantee that it works. Everything that looks like it should move or click does move or click, and does so easily, including the opening and closing of the shutter at the different settings. It pops open quickly and smoothly, and the outside camera body itself is in great condition, having only a few raised areas of wear on the leatherette surface, and there's a small bit of surface wear/corrosion on some of the outer metal areas. On the plus side, the strap, bellows, interior metal and body in general look almost brand-new, and the viewfinder is very clear. The leather carrying case is also in great condition, very supple, just showing some staining and normal scuffs from being so old. This would make a wonderful display item, or a good fixer-upper if one is so inclined, altho I don't think that there's much that needs fixed, but again, I don't know, it just looks really good. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, and thanks for looking! The Handling Charge for US buyers includes only the cost of Tracking (80 cents). If bidding from outside the U.S., please contact me with your address and I will supply you with a price for postage to your location. Although I make every effort to describe each item as completely and accurately as possible, I recognize that descriptions can sometimes be subjective. I encourage bidders to email me with any and all questions or concerns prior to the close of the auction. Return Policy: If you feel that the item was grossly misrepresented, please take the liberty to return it. The buyer has 7 days to return the item (the buyer will pay the return shipping fees), which will be refunded for the full purchase price.

Vintage AGFA BILLY RECORD Folding Camera w/leather case
Vintage AGFA BILLY RECORD Folding Camera w/leather case

Hasselblad 503CWD digital back! Excellent for 503cw

Saturday, April 24th, 2010

Hasselblad 503CWD digital back!  Excellent for 503cw

Click here to see the auction. Currently $3500.00.

Comes with 2 batteries and charger. Hasselblad Celebrates Centenary of Founder's Birth with Launch of Limited Edition Hasselblad 503CWD Digital Camera In recognition of the centenary of Victor Hasselblad's birth on March 8, 2006, Hasselblad unveils the Hasselblad 503CWD Anniversary Kit, a prestigious high-end photographic system that offers state-of-the-art digital capture technology elegantly integrated with a classically designed Hasselblad 503CW body. Combining the rugged reliability of the black and chrome V System body, with its range of high performance, central shutter-based lenses, and the technology of Hasselblad's new CFV digital back, the exclusive Hasselblad 503CWD perfectly melds the heritage of the old Hasselblad with the focus of the new Hasselblad on digital high-end photography to create a new digital workhorse. Of undoubted appeal to the Hasselblad connoisseur, the camera delivers the perfect blend of versatility and simplicity in a compact, professional tool that gives the user complete control over digital image capture and is a pleasure to operate. Christian Poulsen, CEO of Hasselblad, comments: “Hasselblad's reputation for excellence and outstanding quality was built on the V System. Therefore the Hasselblad 503CWD – a truly professional tool that is fully compatible with the Hasselblad V system, offers great value for money, and is built to the same exacting standards that have become the signature of the Hasselblad company - is a fitting tribute to the design process that Victor Hasselblad started himself in the 1940s. Having been passionate about photography, Victor would also have loved the concept of digital photography, and in the 503CWD kit, with its stylish retro body and advanced digital capture technology offering the ideal balance of old and new Hasselblad, he would recognize the culmination of his own work.” The 503CWD Anniversary kit will be supplied as a limited edition of 500 cameras, each one numbered and engraved with Victor Hasselblad's signature. Reassuringly solid, the kit comprises a 503CWD body with waist-level finder, specially marked focusing screen and chrome winding lever, a Zeiss Planar CFE 2.8/80mm lens and a CFV digital back, and will be supplied with a beautifully produced book marking Victor's anniversary. Not only does the Hasselblad 503CWD satisfy the aesthetic needs of V System fans, but it also boasts very advanced and, in some aspects, unique digital technology, such as Hasselblad Natural Color Solution, Instant Approval Architecture, and versatile storage and workflow, alongside files captured on a CCD 50% larger than a full frame 35mm DSLR. Winning bidder to add $50 for shipping, handling and insurance. This item will be heavily packaged and insured to the max. That's why the high S&H.

Hasselblad 503CWD digital back!  Excellent for 503cw
Hasselblad 503CWD digital back!  Excellent for 503cw