The Agfa Isola is an inexpensive medium format camera with a bright-frame viewfinder. It was manufactured by Agfa Camerawerk München in Germany between 1956 and 1962. Regarding the camera's condition, there are scratches and wear from age and deterioration of the leatherette. The optics, including the lens, have some dust and scratches that could not be removed. The viewfinder frame is fading, but this does not affect the image except for close-up shots. The shutter is a Signlo-2. The shutter speeds are 1/30 second, 1/100 second, and B (bulb). The Agfa Isola is a mechanical camera equipped with a fixed "Agfa Agnar 6.3/75" lens. You need to set the exposure yourself, and you can choose between f/11 and f/6.3 for the aperture. Focusing is done by estimating the distance and rotating the front lens element. The shooting distance to the subject is from infinity to a minimum of 1 meter. To set up the camera, slightly turn the lens barrel to the left and pull it out until it clicks into place. To store it, slightly turn the lens barrel to the left, and it will return to its position and lock. Be careful not to force the operation, as it may cause malfunction or light leaks. The shutter release is linked to the lens extension, and the shutter can only be released when the lens is extended. Also, the Isola has a double exposure prevention mechanism, so if the indicator on the shutter button is red, the exposure is not possible, and you need to advance to the next frame. This is a convenient safety feature, but it prevents multiple exposures. Check the frame number through the red window on the back cover. "Sample Photo" C57180 pulling a Ban'etsu freight train and the surrounding scenery. KODAK GOLD200 used. Uenojiri embankment, Ichinoto River Bridge. The lens itself is a simple triplet design called Agfa Agnar, which can take sharp photos. However, since it is not coated, it is prone to flare. This camera is a practical user and not a collector's item. We humbly recommend that those who are particular about details purchase a product sold in person at a specialty store. This is a "as is" sale in Japanese. There is no warranty, including for photography. Please check the profile.