Agfa Record I

The Agfa Record I was a basic 35mm camera produced by Agfa between 1952 and 1954. Designed as an entry-level model, it offered straightforward functionality for amateur photographers seeking an affordable option for standard 135 film. Its construction was typical of mid-century consumer cameras, prioritizing simplicity and reliability over premium materials or complex features. The Record I provided a practical, no-frills shooting experience, focusing on core photographic needs without the sophisticated mechanisms found in Agfa's higher-end rangefinder models like the Optima or Karat series. It represents the common, workmanlike cameras that populated the post-war market before the rapid technological advancements of the late 1950s and 1960s.