Rectaflex Standard 3000 w. Schneider Xenon 2/50mm

Rectaflex Standard 3000 with Schneider Xenon 2/50mm – late version / fully functional

The Rectaflex Standard 3000 represents one of the final developments of the legendary Italian SLR series, produced around 1955 in a limited run between serial numbers 29500 and 31350. This particular example, No. 31108, is among the last produced and is paired with the fast Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 2/50mm lens — a combination that exemplifies optical excellence and mechanical refinement.

Key Features & Functions

• Rectaflex Standard 3000 – late production version, circa 1955
• Serial number 31108 (from the final production batch 29500–31350)
• Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 2/50mm – bright, high-quality standard lens
• Mechanical 35mm SLR – one of the world’s first true reflex cameras
• Solid all-metal construction with precise mirror mechanism
• Bright viewfinder and well-calibrated shutter
• Handmade in Italy

Condition

• Fully functional, all shutter speeds operate correctly
• Used condition with light cosmetic wear
• Lens with minor cleaning marks and light internal dust, no impact on image quality
• Smooth mechanics, clear viewfinder

Scope of Delivery

• Rectaflex Standard 3000 camera (S/N 31108)
• Schneider-Kreuznach Xenon 2/50mm lens
• Scope of delivery as shown in the pictures.

Conclusion

The Rectaflex Standard 3000 with Schneider Xenon 2/50mm is one of the rarest and most refined models of the Rectaflex line. Fully operational and beautifully preserved, it embodies the sophistication of 1950s Italian camera engineering — a truly remarkable collectible for serious enthusiasts of early SLR craftsmanship.