A beautiful example of the Rolleiflex Standard. This is the Model 622, produced between 1934 and 1938. It is equipped with a Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 75mm f/3.5 taking lens—the brightest lens offered in the Standard series.

Interestingly, the most popular version of the Standard has long been the one with the slowest lens: the f/4.5 model (Model 620). Production numbers of the f/4.5 version were lower to begin with, and clean examples are especially rare. If you ever come across one, please let us know! (Just a little wishful thinking on our part.)

Based on the lens serial number, this particular camera was likely made around 1935–1936. It shoots 6x6 format on 120 film, with a top shutter speed of 1/500 sec and is fitted with a Compur shutter.

Its charmingly compact form, along with the soft-touch controls and black-and-nickel finish reminiscent of the Leica Model A, give this camera a unique and delightful presence.

There is a minor repair mark on the corner of the back door and some light signs of use, such as scuffs in various areas, but for a Standard model, this is a particularly clean example. The paint on all parts is well preserved, and the condition of the nickel-plated dials and fittings is excellent.

Fully overhauled in May 2025. All operations are smooth and responsive. The Compur shutter produces a gentle, pleasing sound. Both the mirror and focusing screen are clean, making it easier to focus than on most Standard models. The built-in spirit level in the screen is also functioning properly.

Now nearly 90 years since its manufacture, the front element of the lens shows only slight glass aging, with no significant cleaning marks. Optically, it remains crisp and clear.

Comes with a well-preserved leather case and an original lens cap. The cap shows some signs of wear from use.