{"product_id":"kodak-retina-ii-type-142-2-8","title":"Kodak Retina II Type 142 Folding Rangefinder Camera – Xenon 50mm f\/2.8 Lens","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodak \u003cstrong\u003eRetina II Type 142\u003c\/strong\u003e folding 35mm rangefinder camera fitted with the \u003cstrong\u003eXenon 50mm f\/2.8\u003c\/strong\u003e lens. A classic early Retina II model featuring a coupled rangefinder, compact folding body and Schneider‑Kreuznach Xenon optics. Fully tested and working, ideal for collectors seeking a clean Type 142 with the desirable f\/2.8 Xenon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: Very Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera tested and working\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShutter firing at all speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRangefinder aligned and accurate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXenon 50mm f\/2.8 lens clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture blades clean and responsive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding mechanism smooth and secure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExterior in very good cosmetic condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eViewfinder clear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote that I have tested loading a film and it winds on correctly, but it did not appear to rewind as it should so may need attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINCLUDED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKodak Retina II Type 142 camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetina folding rangefinder design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchneider‑Kreuznach Xenon 50mm f\/2.8 lens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupled rangefinder focusing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, pocketable 35mm camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh‑quality German construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOLLECTORS NOTES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRetina II Type 142\u003c\/strong\u003e is a desirable early Retina model, appreciated for its engineering, compact folding design and Schneider Xenon optics. Clean, working examples with the f\/2.8 Xenon remain highly sought after by Retina collectors and classic rangefinder enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSEO KEYWORDS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKodak Retina II Type 142, Retina Xenon 50mm f\/2.8, Kodak folding rangefinder UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kodak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54976003572054,"sku":null,"price":174.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0875\/5213\/1414\/files\/IMGP6845_368b8d66-9292-42e0-bf8f-e4f7e5a81843.jpg?v=1786607864","url":"https:\/\/colinscameras.co.uk\/products\/kodak-retina-ii-type-142-2-8","provider":"Colins Cameras","version":"1.0","type":"link"}