Argus C3 Colormatic

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The Argus C3 Colormatic camera was manufactured in United States of America from 1954 until 1958 when production stopped 66 years ago. The C3 Colormatic was designed to take 35mm, Cartridge Roll film. Unloaded, the camera weighs 746.00 g (1 lb, 10.31 oz.), and with film, 765.00 g (1 lb, 10.98 oz.). Features include tripod socket.

General Information

Years Made	1954-1958 (66 to 70 Years Old)
Film	35mm Film
Weight	746.00 g (1 lb, 10.31 oz.)
Date Acquired	June 30th, 2013
Owner's Manual	Available
Country of Manufacture	United States of America

Features

Tripod Socket	Integrated Flash	Auto Focus	Self Timer	Date Back	Hot Shoe	Cold Shoe
Yes	No	No	No	No	No	Yes

Shutter Speeds:	Bulb, 1/10, 1/25, 1/50, 1/100, 1/300
Shutter Type:	Leaf
Aperture Settings:	3.5, 4, 5.6, 8, 11, 16
Lens Mount:	Fixed
Viewfinder:	Plain with Rangefinder
Focal Range:	3ft - Infinity, 50mm Lens

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