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'''Selectronic''' was a series of higher priced 35mm camera models sold by [[Agfa]]. The brand covered rangefinder cameras as well as [[SLR]] cameras under one name. Target audience were advanced amateurs. | '''Selectronic''' was a series of higher priced 35mm camera models sold by [[Agfa]]. The brand covered rangefinder cameras as well as [[SLR]] cameras under one name. Target audience were advanced amateurs. | ||
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Both Selectronic cameras, introduced in 1970, were made by Agfa in their Munich factory. | Both Selectronic cameras, introduced in 1970, were made by Agfa in their Munich factory. | ||
Revision as of 21:53, 11 September 2015
Selectronic was a series of higher priced 35mm camera models sold by Agfa. The brand covered rangefinder cameras as well as SLR cameras under one name. Target audience were advanced amateurs.
Rangefinder/Viewfinder models
Both Selectronic cameras, introduced in 1970, were made by Agfa in their Munich factory.
Selectronic Sensor was a viewfinder camera derived from the Optima Sensor 500, with a similar CdS cell for aperture priority metering, and a three element lens, but featured a new Paratronic electronic shutter.
Selectronic S Sensor was a luxury rangefinder model with higher quality Tessar style lens and improved metering display.
SLR models
Three Selectronic SLRs featuring the K mount were introduced in 1980. Agfa-branded lenses, as well es the cameras themselves, were in fact manufactured by Chinon. The only difference between these cameras and their Chinon originals were the Agfa-typical Sensor shutter release button and a more modern design.
Selectronic 1, the basic model, was based on the CM-4. It offered exposure metering but worked manually.
Selectronic 2 is an automatic (aperture priority) only camera like the CA-4.
Selectronic 3, the luxury model, was a CE-4 and could be switched between manual and automatic modes.
Agfa Selectronic 1 image by Alf Sigaro (Image rights) |
Agfa Selectronic 2 image by Alf Sigaro (Image rights) |
Agfa Selectronic 3 image by Alf Sigaro (Image rights) |
Selectronic 3 (SLR) Specifications
The specification of this camera is similar to, but not identical to its Chinon relative.
- Lens mount: Pentax K bayonet.
- Viewfinder: Pentaprism with central split image, microprism collar and ground glass. 16 LED's indicate shutter speeds and over/under exposure. Magnification: 0.87 x with 50mm lens set at infinity. Viewfinder coverage 92%. DOF by depressing depth of field lever.
- Shutter: Seiko MFC electromagnetic metal blade focal plane shutter with vertical travel. Stepless speeds from 8 to 1/1000 sec. on automatic; 14 conventional speeds from 8 to 1/1000th, sec. on manual, + "B". Both automatic and manual speeds electronically controlled. Two stage electromagnetic shutter release (first activates the meter) with safety lock and separate provision for cable release. Electronically controlled self-timer at 5 or 10 seconds with front-of-camera flashing red LED indicator. Two seconds before exposure, flashing frequency of red LED increases. Self-timer can be cancelled even after system has been activated.
- Meter: TTL, center-weighted averaging metering at full aperture using SPD (Silicon Photo Diode) cell. Half way depression of shutter release activates metering system.
- Exposure: Auto aperture priority, or match-the-LED manual exposure (where the camera suggested speed LED is lit, and the user selected speed flashes).
- Film Speed: 25 to 3200 ASA.
- Flash: Standard X-synch hot shoe at 1/60th
- Film Advance: Single stroke in an arc of 130° with 25° stand off. Coupling for motorized film advance with Chinon Power Winder. Multiple Exposure switch disengages film advance and frame counter.
- Size: 135.5 X 85 X 50.5mm (W x H x D).
- Weight: 485g.
- Battery: Three 1.5V Alkaline batteries (LR44) or 1.5V silver oxide batteries (SR44). Battery test with LED indicator.
Links
- Agfa Selectronic 3 SLR page at My 35mm Film Camera Collection
- Agfa Selectronic Sensor viewfinder page at My 35mm Film Camera Collection
Agfa Optima Sensor Cameras | |
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Classic | Optima | Optima Sensor 200 | Optima Sensor 500 | Selectronic Sensor | Selectronic Sensor S |
Modern | Optima Sensor 335 | Optima Sensor 535 | Optima Sensor 1035 | Optima Sensor 1535 | Optima Sensor | Optima Flash Sensor |