A classic Kodak Brownie Flash II medium-format film camera, manufactured in England between 1957 and 1960.
Featuring a traditional metal-bodied box camera design, the Brownie Flash II is a lovely example of British photographic history. Its distinctive styling and straightforward operation make it an appealing choice for vintage camera collectors and analogue photography enthusiasts.
The camera uses 620 roll film and produces large 6 × 9cm negatives. It features two brilliant viewfinders for portrait and landscape photography, a built-in close-up lens and a choice of instantaneous or bulb exposures.
Condition
Tested and working, and in very good vintage condition. A well-preserved example of this classic camera.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kodak Ltd, England
- Model: Brownie Flash II
- Production years: 1957–1960
- Camera type: Medium-format box camera
- Film format: 620 roll film
- Negative size: Approximately 6 × 9cm
- Lens: Kodak Kodet f/14
- Focus: Fixed focus with close-up lens
- Shutter: Instantaneous and bulb settings
- Viewfinder: Dual brilliant finders
- Flash: Connection for compatible external flash attachment
- Battery: No battery required for normal camera operation
Important Film Information
This camera requires 620 roll film, which is no longer widely manufactured. Specially respooled 120 film on 620 spools can be used.
No film included.
A wonderful piece of 1950s photographic history, suitable for collectors, display or traditional film photography.
