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Agfa Optima Flash Sensor (Electronic) — 35mm compact with detachable flash from 1977
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Agfa

Optima Flash Sensor (Electronic)

Compact with Detachable Flash

Specifications
Format
35mm
Year
1977
Lens
Agfa Paratronic Solitar 40mm f/2.8
Shutter
Programmed electronic
Min. focus
0.9 m (zone)
Flash
Detachable Agfatronic electronic unit
Battery
2× AA (camera) + flash batteries

Notable features

  • Big orange 'Sensor' shutter button
  • Programmed AE
  • Detachable flash
History & Legends
  • §1That huge orange sensor button is one of the most satisfying shutter releases ever.
  • §2Made in Germany — peak Agfa industrial design before the 80s plastic era.
  • §3The bolt-on Agfatronic flash makes it look like a tiny medium format rig.
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