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Revue 400 L

  • Manufacturer Revue
  • Type Viewfinder camera
  • Type of Film 35mm
  • Focal Length 38 mm
  • Max Aperture f/2.8
  • Focus Manual

The Revue 400 L is a 35 mm camera. It is a simpler version of the Revue 400 SE. For example, it lacks the rangefinder.

It was distributed by Foto-Quelle, at that time a large mail order company for photographic equipment in West-Germany, under their house brand "Revue". It was manufactured by another company.

The camera, which dates from the 1970s, comes with a 38mm f/2.8 lens (Revuenon), this is fixed inside it and cannot be replaced.

Instead of the rank finder, the 400 L has small pictograms around the lens to make focusing easier. Of course, there is no autofocus.

The camera sets the exposure automatically. 35mm film with a sensitivity of ISO 25 to ISO 400 is supported. A good film for color photos is the Kodak Gold 200*.

The juice for the exposure meter comes from a PX675 1.35 volt mercury battery. This can be replaced with a hearing aid battery of similar voltage. In addition, the Revue 400 L has a hot shoe for a flash unit.

Technical Specifications

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Property Specification
Film format 35mm
Picture Format 36 mm x 24 mm
Lens type Fixed lens
Focal Length 38 mm
Maximum Aperture f/2.8
Shutter Speeds 1/500 – 1/30 second
Bulb Mode Yes
Adjustable aperture
Adjustable shutter speed
Auto exposure
Light Meter Yes
Supported Film Speeds ISO 25 to ISO 400
Flash Connector Hot Shoe
Date Imprinting No
Power Supply 1x PX675 1.35V mercury battery
Manufacturer Revue
Brand Company Name Foto Quelle

Used Prices

The current average price for this camera is 50,78 € based on 23 offers, as of 6.7.2026.

Average Price per Year

  • 2026: 51,43 €
  • 2025: 56,91 €
  • 2024: 53,20 €
  • 2023: 55,81 €

Frequently Asked Questions

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