Agfa Agfamatic 2000 pocket sensor (1973–1975)

Compact 110 film pocket camera with fixed-focus lens and flashcube automation, made in Germany by Agfa.

Overview

The Agfa Agfamatic 2000 pocket sensor is a 110 film pocket camera. Agfa built it in Germany from 1973 to 1975. Exposure is manual, set with a sun/cloud slider. Focus is fixed. The shutter release is a sensor-style button known as the "Roter Punkt." It takes Magicube or Flashcube flash, with automation tied to film transport and automatic flash timing. It belonged to Agfa's 110 film "Ritsch-Ratsch" series and was sold as a portable camera for casual photography.

Specifications

Film Type	110 cartridge
Negative Format	13 x 17 mm
Lens	Color-Agnar 1:9.5/26mm
Shutter Speeds	1/50 and 1/100 second
Viewfinder	Bright-frame viewfinder
Exposure Control	Manual via sun/cloud slider
Flash	Magicube/Flashcube socket with automation coupled to film transport and automatic flash timing
Flash Warning	Red signal in viewfinder when flashcube is used up
Shutter Release	Sensor release ("Red dot" button)
Focusing	Fixed focus
Film Transport	Manual via opening and closing camera case
Shutter Type	Simple shutter
Housing Material	Metal and plastic
Dimensions	Height: 5.5 cm, Width: 14 cm, Depth: 3 cm

Design

Schlagheck Schultes Design designed the Agfamatic 2000 pocket sensor. It has a black and silver finish, an unlocking slider, a wrist strap and a protective case. It is recognized as one of the first "Ritsch-Ratsch" click cameras. The lens is built in. There is no rangefinder, no exposure meter and no data back.

Context

The Agfamatic 2000 was part of Agfa's 110 film pocket camera series, which included models like the 1000 and 2000. It supported Magicube flash systems and won a design award. Agfa positioned it as a simple, stylish camera for everyday use.