C41
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Kodak Portra 400 is a professional C-41 color negative film known for flexible exposure latitude, natural skin tones, and fine grain.
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Rollei 2.8E1956
- Mount
- fixed-rollei-bay-iii
- Years
- 1956–1960
- Weight
- 1250 g
- Shutter
- 1s – 1/500s
- Meter
- selenium-uncoupled
The Rolleiflex 2.8E (1956) is the immediate predecessor of the 2.8F. Same body, same Synchro-Compur leaf shutter, same Planar 80/2.8 or Xenotar 80/2.8 taking lens. Variants:
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Before you buy used
- **Selenium meter** — usually dead.
- **Lens haze** on Planar/Xenotar — store dry.
- **Slow shutter speeds** stick.
- **Light seals** — replace.
- **Focus alignment** — verify.
- Service: Harry Fleenor, Pelican Refurbishment.
About this camera
The 2.8F's predecessor. Same Planar/Xenotar 80/2.8 lens, slightly older selenium meter, lower used prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- What lens mount does the Rollei 2.8E have?
- The Rollei 2.8E uses the fixed-rollei-bay-iii mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Rollei 2.8E offer?
- The Rollei 2.8E's shutter speeds range from 1s to 1/500s.
- What light meter does the Rollei 2.8E use?
- The Rollei 2.8E meters with selenium-uncoupled.