ROLLEIFLEX SL35 Complete Documentation
by ROLLEIComprehensive technical study of the Rolleiflex SL35, a 35 mm single-lens reflex camera featuring interchangeable optics and a built-in light meter. Authored by Gérard Bouhot, this detailed manual explores the design and functionality of this renowned Rollei camera along with its predecessors, the SL26 and compact SL35 models. The document thoroughly covers the distinctive metering system utilizing two cadmium sulfide (CdS) cells with 4 mm diameter sensors for TTL semi-automatic exposure measurement. Key sections examine the exposure system incorporating a stopped-down diaphragm mechanism, installation and operation of the Mallory PX625 mercury battery providing 1.3 V output, and the rapid film loading procedure. The guide includes detailed mounting schematics for the CdS measurement cells, comprehensive diagrams of the shutter mechanism with numbered components, and illustrations of the weighted measurement areas relative to standard lenses. Practical examples demonstrate the influence of weighting patterns on exposure readings, accompanied by sample photographs of architectural subjects. An essential resource for technicians, collectors, and photography enthusiasts seeking to master the technical principles underlying the Rolleiflex SL35 design.
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