Description:
The Corfield Periflex 2 is a British-made 35mm camera produced in the mid-1950s, known for its unique periscope-style reflex focusing system and compact Leica-inspired design. Unlike traditional rangefinders, it uses a retractable mirror for critical focusing, offering a distinctive shooting experience. This example is offered with a sticking shutter mechanism — ideal for restoration, display, or collector interest.
Condition:
Overall Condition: Fair
Camera body shows light cosmetic wear. Reflex focusing mechanism operational. Viewfinder clear. Shutter fires but is the mechanism is sticking every time, gentle pressure to the underside of the periscope frees it.
Included:
- Corfield Periflex 2 camera body
- Original leather case
Collectors Notes:
The Periflex 2 was part of Corfield’s innovative British camera line, offering a hybrid between rangefinder and SLR functionality. Manufactured in Wolverhampton, England, it uses the M39 screw mount and a cloth focal plane shutter. The periscope-style reflex finder was a unique solution for precise focusing. This example, with its sticking shutter, is ideal for sympathetic restoration or display in a collection of British photographic history.
Key Features:
- 35mm film camera with M39 screw mount
- Reflex focusing via periscope-style mirror system
- Cloth focal plane shutter (1s–1/1000s + B)
- Manual exposure and focus
- Made in Wolverhampton, England
- Includes original leather case
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