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Agilux Auto Flash Super 44 |
 Version française |
Manufactured or assembled in United Kingdom from 1959 to 1964.
Index of rarity in France: Rare (among non-specialized garage sales)
Inventory number: 1763
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Chronology of cameras Agilux
Agilux is a brand of Aeronautical & General Instruments Ltd1.
This company, based in Croydon, south of London, since 1915, initially manufactured military and civilian radio equipment. During the 1930s, the production diversified to include signaling equipment, electric navigation, radio, broadcasting, etc. During World War II, AGI produced various cameras for the Royal Air Force, the Agiflite.
After the war, the expertise was used to manufacture some models of civilian cameras under the Agilux brand, initially quite classic, then a little more original in shape or material of manufacture. AGI abandoned civilian photography in the 1960s.
1 The company still exists in 2021, now based in Poole, Dorset.
While predominantly made of plastic, this camera appears to be robust.
It is equipped with a selenium cell. A needle appears or disappears inside the viewfinder, indicating to the operator if the aperture of f/8, f/11, f/16, or f/22 they have previously chosen is appropriate based on the ambient light. A second vertical needle indicates, when tilted to the right, that the shutter is cocked and the next photo is ready to be taken.
The presentation case includes an adaptable flash deflector, a shockproof protective cover, and a fabric strap. This camera was distributed in France by Rolla (a film manufacturer). In 1962, its price was less than 150 francs.
Interesting links or bibliography :
| Sur Camera-wiki.org, suggested by Sylvain Halgand |
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 Cinéphotoguide de l'amateur de 1962-63 |  Photo Ciné Revue de 1966 |
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