Rollei Announces New 6008 AF “Bundle” Includes 6x6 Camera, Digital Back, Editing Software, and Top-of-The-Line Lens

STROUDSBURG, PA (May 19, 2005) – Rollei, manufacturer of the classic twin-lens 6x6 Rolleiflex, today announced the availability of the 6008 AF “Bundle,” which will be the top-of-the-line offering in a family of products Rollei is rolling out in the U.S. The bundle includes the Rollei 6008 AF camera, the world’s first auto focus single lens reflex camera in a 6 x 6 medium format; C1 Pro software for precise workflow that supports all phases of image editing and intuitive operation; and the 16-megapixel PhaseOne db20p digital back, which gives photographers film and digital picture taking capability in one package. The interchangeable film packs allow a photographer to shoot film, Polaroid-type shots as well as digital shots. Pricing is expected to be in the ,999 range.

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