Kodak Duaflex II with flash
| Lot number | 102 |
|---|---|
| Auction | NEW ITEMS CAMERAS, CAMPING, TOOLS, NEW AND OLD MONEY |
| Date | August 23, 2026 at 4:21 pm CT |
| Auction house | FAMILY AUCTIONS FROM OKLAHOMA |
| Location | Sapulpa, Oklahoma |
Description
That’s a Kodak Duaflex II camera with an attached flash unit—an iconic piece of mid-20th century photography gear!
Quick Facts About the Kodak Duaflex II:
- Produced: Between 1949 and 1954
- Type: Pseudo-TLR (Twin Lens Reflex) camera
- Film Format: 620 roll film
- Lens Options: Kodar f/8 or f/11 fixed-focus lens
- Viewfinder: Top-down waist-level viewfinder
- Flash Unit: Uses flashbulbs (like the blue one shown) with a large reflector for better light dispersion
?? Why It’s Collectible:
- Design: Its boxy, retro look and waist-level viewfinder make it a nostalgic favorite.
- Historical Value: It was marketed as an easy-to-use camera for amateur photographers.
- Flashbulbs: The blue bulb is a vintage flashbulb, which adds to its charm and rarity