Argus Camera ARGUS A2 manual Pre-War Argus A2B, Lens Speed f/4.5

Pre-War Argus A2B

Focus Type: 2 Position (6ft - 18ft and 18ft - Infinity)

Years Manufactured: 1939 - ~1945

Introductory Price: $12.50

Approximate Introductory Price in 2003 Dollars: $165.00

Serial Number Range: ~56215 - 244601

Shutter Type: Pre-war Ilex Precise

Lens Speed: f/4.5

Aperture Settings: f/4.5, 6.3, 9, 12.7, 18

Shutter Speeds: 1/200th sec, 1/100, 1/50, 1/25, B(ulb), T(ime)

Extinction Meter/Calculator: Yes

Flash Synch Tubes: No

Pressure Plate: Fixed

It was with the introduction of the A2 cameras that the Argus truly became easy to use. The integral Extinction Meter allowed anybody to take decent photos under various lighting conditions. As the Meter does not wear out with time or use, it can still be used to take decent photographs today. The pre-war A2B shares the same black and chrome faceplate as the A2F. With the A2 line of cameras, Argus also replaced the Trigger with a Shutter Plunger that screwed directly into the cable release port. This was not a cost-saving measure, but a stylistic decision. The Shutter Plunger, which must be unscrewed to attach a cable release, was often lost or broken, and this part should be considered when looking to purchase such a camera.

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