Rolleicord

[1] [dubious – discuss] Later models incorporated improved designs for the taking lens, a 4-element Schneider Kreuznach Xenar, which also appeared on the Rolleiflex cameras.

However, while the Rolleiflex was also available with an f/2.8 lens, the Rolleicord was never offered with a larger aperture than f/3.5, thus ensuring its pedigree as an "amateur" camera.

An accessory, known as a Rolleikin kit, was available for the Rolleicord and the Rolleiflex, which allowed those cameras to accept 135 film (35 mm).

Post-war Rolleicord cameras generally are equipped with faster shutter speeds and electronic flash synchronization (X-sync).

A Vb model with a serial number beginning with 2 or 3 is slightly more valuable in most cases depending on condition first and foremost.