Ansco Readyflash 620 Film Camera c. 1953

The Ansco Readyflash is a simple viewfinder-type camera with a fixed-focus lens, fixed aperture and single-speed shutter. Made circa 1953, it takes 620 film, giving 8 2¼" x 3¼" exposures on a roll.


Good Condition with normal signs of wear (see photos). Lens appears to be in good condition with no visible signs of mould or haze. All functional components seem to work properly although they have not been tested. Sold as-is.


Its big feature was that it was flash-ready (hence the name); the top of the lens panel has two flash terminals, synched to the shutter, to attach to a flashbulb holder. The body is a basic sheet-metal box, with removable lid, and plastic fittings carrying the lens, shutter and viewfinder. It seems to have been a replacement for the Ansco Pioneer, discontinued at about the same time.