When i got it i was in heaven, reading the manual, dismantling it, playing with focus and its tilt function. The same way is also possible if you prefer to search by choosing the menu. Rollei rolleiflex sl66 in practical use camera instruction book. I highly recommend making a user account if you are purchasing downloads. In the early 1970s, the german camera industry was facing severe difficulties.
We take it for granted that as an owner of the sl 66 you know all about the basic technicalities of photography. The manual is automatically downloaded on the desktop or in the file downloads of your computer. Unfortunately there was not enough interest to even consider a prototype. I will be adding more items to this section over time, so please check back and consider signing up for my newsletter if you havent already. Such a mentality brought us the leica m3, the timeless, gorgeously overengineered icon that needs no introduction. Rolleiflex sl66 repair manual download uscamera rollei. Manual, user manual rolleiflex sl66 manual 39 pages. The sl66 represented a change in direction for rollei, which until that time had focused almost exclusively on its popular twin lens reflex cameras, the rolleiflex and rolleicord history. Other options to use at least the rolleiflex sl66 lenses are still in research. This is the most sophisticated camera in the 6000 series from rollei.
Those who love shooting in the studio would go for the ever so popular modular hasselblad 500cm due to its wide lens selection, additional mo. Users manual at mike butkus orphan cameras the ultimate rolleiflex 35mm slr. Its mostly just a series of exploded diagrams with symbols for the proper lubricants to use, iirc. Check out this complete overview of rolleiflex sl66 accessories. Rcp, rolleicord, rolleiflex, rolleimagic, rolleimatic, sportsline, telerolleiflex. It was a sophisticated system camera, a camera at the heart of an extensive range of interchangeable components. This service manual also includes exploded views and service information on the 120220 film magazine, planar 80mm f2. Rollei 6003 pro repair manual the previous announced study to see f a digital back for the rolleiflex sl66 would be possible has ended. It dwarfs everything else both in sheer physical dimensions, as well. Jul 30, 2015 the rolleiflex sl66 is one of those under dogs camera which is not very popular among film shooters. If you are interested in buying some rolleiflex cameras or accessories, visit.
There are also frequently asked questions, a product rating and feedback from users to enable you to optimally use your product. Other rollei products to be completed personal images. I dont usually write about equipment but the rollei sl66 was such an important camera for me and many others i think it is appropriate. Rollei repair manual rolleiflex sl66 film camera service. No downloading or any other use of pictures andor information on these pages without prior written consent. In the future, we will also have some original hardcopy books for sale. All our user guides are for pdf format portable document format. The rolleiflex sl66 is a 66 cm slr camera made by rollei. Later products included specialty and nostalgic type films for the photo hobbyist market. I am a retired engineer, i have a nice set of rolleiflex sl66 system. View online or download rolleiflex sl66 user manual. If you like the older 6x6 film cameras with a digital back, the hasselblad v is the most accessible. View and download rolleiflex sl 66 user manual online. The rolleiflex sl66 is one of those under dogs camera which is not very popular among film shooters.
Sl 2000 f 3003 3001 at fuwens web site sl2000f outfit including camera body serial no. The rolleiflex sl35m is a 35mm slr camera launched by rollei in 1976. The sl 2000 f provides aperture priority automation plus metered manual operation via two sensitive silicon photo diodes. Although there had been speculation in the trade press over a future super rolleiflex for some time, it was not until 1966 that the sl66 finally appeared, sl being an abbreviation for single lens. Those who love shooting in the studio would go for the ever so popular modular hasselblad 500cm due to. At photokina 2002 rollei presented the first autofocus 6. This is an earlier version of the camera built in germany. Although the book claims to cover the rolleiflex slx it does so only very briefly and is no better in that respect than the slxs instruction manual. We provide free online pdf manuals for digital and film cameras. Jul 28, 2012 if you are interested in buying some rolleiflex cameras or accessories, visit. User guide for rollei camera, free instruction manual. Stephen coe a very well known and respected advertising photographer gave a. Click here for pdf version made from html page better printing. After being purchased in 1995 by samsung techwin, part of the south.
Users manual as pdf or in html, at mike butkus orphan cameras. Manuals, brochures, and other downloads rolleiflex usa. Hands down, this is the largest and heaviest camera that i own. There is a problem with my film back where i couldnt wind it like a normal one does. Rollei sl66sl66e lenses dealer notebook pages 199rl583. Download available immediately after payment is accepted. Rollei 6003 pro repair manual the international rollei club. The full rolleiflex sl 66 range of medium format slr cameras, as built by rollei in germany between 1966 and 1993. Get the best deals on rolleiflex sl66 when you shop the largest online. Rolleiflex sl66 a comprehensive overview of all rollei sl 66 cameras. This book is of serious interest to anyone who has a rolleiflex sl66 or who is interested in the camera.
Product details rolleiflex sl66 repair manual rollei. Rolleiflex sl66 pdf made direct from manual rolleiflex sl66 made from html file below. Unfortunately, it is quite difficult to shoot films anymore, especially in thailand, because it is difficult to buy 120 roll film and more difficult to process them. The rolleiflex sl66 is a single lens reflex camera made by rollei, in regular production from 196682.
Despite its heft, this isnt a camera for heavyhanded users. Digital presentation of an original factory service manual for the rollei sl66 film camera on cd. Rolleiflex sl66 all you want to know about these rollei. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Rollei gmbh is a german camera manufacturer with an impressive line of cameras and a history that is closely connected with the history of photography.
I would say its a hidden gem among all the 6x6 cameras. I bought the sl66 repair manual on microfiche a number of years ago. Jan 28, 2017 the strangest medium format film camera. While the naming sl is most likely for single lens, the 66 probably refers to the 6x6 cm image format, coincidentally the camera was introduced at the 1966 photokina show. Below you can view and download the pdf manual for free. This superb singlelens reflex is the most advanced 2.
The previous announced study to see f a digital back for the rolleiflex sl66 would be possible has ended. In 1957, an agreement between reinhold heidecke, inventor of the rolleiflex tlr, and victor hasselblad. The sl66 represented a change in direction for rollei, which until that time had focused almost exclusively on its popular twin lens reflex cameras, the rolleiflex and rolleicord. Rolleiflex sl66 all you want to know about these rollei cameras. Brilliant features and innovations such as built in bellows, tilting lens board for greater depth control, and reversible interchangeable lenses set it apart from all other medium format cameras. Discover lenses, hft coating, adapters, focusing distances etc. Our library contains more than six hundred factory service manuals, repair articles, and tutorials for repairing cameras and other types of photographic equipment.
The sl66 was a great concept, but the camera went out of production long ago. Detailed overview of the rolleiflex sl 66 medium format cameras. Read the rolleiflex sl66 specifications and manuals. I like the sl66 very much, i bought my first sl66 in 1970s and have since bought many lenses and attachments. The rolleiflex sl66 is a most interesting camera and for those of us who attended the club annual gettogether in november at the millstream hotel, now the home of club rollei, we were very lucky. If youre used to using a rolleiflex twinlens reflex, then the sl66 will feel very natural. I was probably the last person to find this link i bought this on ebay a few years ago but in case anyone doesnt have it. The sl35 was the first model in the series and used a proprietary bayonet mount simply called the quick bayonet mount. Page 1 rolleiflex sl 66 user manual revised and updated by rolleiclub 2002. A prototype stillvideo camera based on the sl2000f was also sold at. All of the manuals we offer now are free pdf downloads. This is the largest online collection of free service manuals that we know of. From the midsixties until his death in 1975, the camera dad used most often was an sl66 rollei 2 14.
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