Rollei 35 SE

Condition: Very good. Light meter does not work.

• Camera Type: 35mm compact rangefinder-style viewfinder camera (scale focus)

• Release Year: 1979

• Production Period: 1979–1981

• Lens: Carl Zeiss Sonnar 40mm f/2.8 (HFT multi-coated, collapsible)

• Lens Construction: 5 elements in 4 groups

• Focus System: Manual scale focus

• Focus Range: 0.9 m (3 ft) to infinity

• Viewfinder: Bright optical viewfinder with LED exposure indicators

• Shutter: Compur leaf shutter

• Shutter Speeds: 1/2 sec – 1/500 sec + Bulb (B)

• Aperture Range: f/2.8–f/22

• Exposure Control: Manual exposure with LED meter guidance

• Metering: Through-lens-equivalent CdS metering with three-LED viewfinder display

• Film Format: 35mm (135)

• Frame Size: 24 × 36 mm

• ISO Range: 25–1600 (ASA)

• Film Advance: Manual lever advance

• Film Rewind: Manual rewind

• Flash Sync: X-sync via hot shoe

• Filter Thread: 30.5mm

• Power Source: 6V PX27 battery (modern 4LR44 replacement compatible)

• Dimensions: 97 × 60 × 32 mm (3.8 × 2.4 × 1.3 in)

• Weight: Approximately 335 g (11.8 oz)

• Available Finishes: Black, Chrome, or Aluminum

The Rollei 35 SE is one of the finest compact 35mm film cameras ever produced, combining exceptional German engineering with a remarkably small form factor. Its collapsible Carl Zeiss Sonnar 40mm f/2.8 lens delivers outstanding sharpness and contrast, while the manual controls and LED-assisted light meter provide a rewarding shooting experience. Despite its pocket-sized design, the Rollei 35 SE offers professional-level image quality, making it a favorite among street photographers, travelers, and collectors alike.