Agfa Optima III – 35mm Viewfinder Camera with Apotar 45mm f/2.8 Lens
The Agfa Optima III is a compact and elegantly designed 35mm viewfinder camera, part of Agfa’s iconic Optima series. Introduced in the early 1960s, the Optima III was among the first cameras to offer fully automatic exposure via a built-in selenium cell. Paired with the sharp Apotar 45mm f/2.8 lens and an easy zone-focus system, it’s a perfect companion for casual shooting with vintage charm.

Key Features

• Brand: Agfa

• Camera Type: 35mm viewfinder camera

• Lens: Agfa Color-Apotar 45mm f/2.8 (fixed)

• Focus: Manual zone focusing

• Shutter Speeds: Automatic exposure via built-in selenium meter

• Aperture Range: Automatically set (light-dependent), with override on some versions

• Viewfinder: Bright optical viewfinder with brightlines

• Exposure Metering: Selenium cell – no batteries required

• Film Advance: Manual lever wind

• Build: Compact, metal body with clean retro design

• Flash Sync: PC socket and cold shoe

Condition

Used – Good condition.
The camera shows moderate cosmetic wear consistent with age but remains fully functional. Shutter fires, and the selenium meter responds to light. Lens optics are clean and clear, focus ring turns smoothly. Viewfinder has minor dust but is usable.

What’s Included

• Agfa Optima III camera

• Color-Apotar 45mm f/2.8 lens (built-in)

• Original case