C 3 Matchmatic
Argus
1958
ARGS K 0370 a02
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C 3 Matchmatic
Argus · 1958
| Typ | Rigid body, Optical viewfinder |
| Format | 24x36 KB |
| Lens | Cintar 3,5 |
| Shutter | Spezial |
Archiv-Nr. ARGS K 0370 a02
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"The two-tone leatherette C3 Match-Matic was produced between 1958 and 1966, and its retro styling still appeals to many collectors' eyes today. But beneath the skin, the Match-Matic is largely the same old Argus "brick" sold since 1938 (and discussed further in the Argus C3 article.) The cosmetic makeover may been influenced by 1950s automobile styling from Detroit, a near neighbor to the Argus factory. Functionally, the significant change was an attempt to "simplify" exposure settings, by removing the familiar f/stop and shutter speed numbering. Instead, a dedicated clip-in meter provided EV readings; the user was expected to mentally add…"
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Variants (1)
| Nr. | Year | Lens | Shutter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| a02 | 1958 | Cintar 3,5 | Spezial | – |