Agfa Silette I (English version with hashtags) The Agfa Silette I is an iconic entry-level 35mm camera from the early 1960s. Known for its simplicity, durability, and affordability, this camera offered beginner photographers an accessible way to capture their memories. With its combination of ease of use and classic craftsmanship, the Silette I became a beloved family camera of its time. Technical Specifications Lens: Agfa Color-Agnar 45 mm f/2.8, fixed lens Shutter: Prontor 125 with shutter speeds of 1/30 s, 1/60 s, 1/125 s, and Bulb (B); equipped with a leaf shutter Focusing: Scale focus system – simple and reliable, but requires estimating distance Film advance: Countdown-style frame counter showing the number of exposures remaining Produced by Agfa from 1953 to 1974, the Silette series included various models in the entry- and mid-level range. The Silette I, released in 1962, was introduced as a simplified base model. Its design combined a metal body with plastic parts – a cost-saving measure that allowed Agfa to make the camera more affordable and accessible to a wider audience. The Silette I was aimed at the average consumer: families, hobbyists, and casual photographers. Practical and easy to use, it was ideal for capturing vacations, family gatherings, and everyday moments. In an era when photography was becoming increasingly popular, the Agfa Silette I provided a reliable way to preserve memories on film. #AgfaSiletteI #AgfaCamera #35mmPhotography #VintageCamera #FilmCamera #AnalogPhotography #ShootFilmStayBroke #ClassicCameras #RetroGear #CameraHistory #FamilyCamera #MadeInGermany #FilmIsNotDead

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rvanstormbroek
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2025-07-13
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35mmphotography agfacamera analogphotography camerahistory classiccameras familycamera filmcamera filmisnotdead madeingermany retrogear shootfilmstaybroke vintagecamera
Appareil :
Agfa Silette I
Pellicule :
Fomapan 100
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Agfa Silette I
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