Agfa Optima 104 | Digital Camera

In 2010, AgfaPhoto brought the classic Optima name into the digital age. The Optima 104 combined a wide-angle lens and a touchscreen that was generous for its time in a single compact body: a 12-megapixel CCD sensor, a 29–116mm equivalent 4x optical zoom, and a 3-inch touchscreen LCD. The warm, slightly filmic tones produced by the CCD sensor — especially in low light — are what give this camera its real character. Born under the name of a well-established analog brand, it's a genuine Y2K-era digital compact.

📦 What's in the Box

• AgfaPhoto Optima 104
• Original-type Li-ion battery (compatible, charged)
• Charger
• SD card (gift)
• RetroCameraLand carrying case (gift)
• Full set, ready to shoot
• Shipped in RetroCameraLand's exclusive box

✅ Condition Information

Condition: Collector's grade — very clean

The camera is cosmetically very clean; the buttons and lens work flawlessly. Test shots have been taken, sample photos are available, and the camera is in full working order. The touchscreen, zoom, and all functions have been checked. Tested and approved by RetroCameraLand's expert team.

✨ Why This Camera

The Optima 104 offers a well-rounded package in the compact class: a 12 MP CCD sensor, a wide-angle 4x optical zoom starting at 29mm, a 3-inch touchscreen, and 720p HD video — all in a pocket-friendly body.

• 🔍 12 MP CCD sensor (1/2.3")
• 🎯 4x optical zoom, 29–116mm equivalent wide-angle lens
• 🔎 f/2.8–6.3 aperture range
• 📺 3.0-inch touchscreen LCD display
• 🎬 1280x720 HD (720p) video recording
• 💾 SD / SDHC card support
• 🔋 Charged Li-ion battery
• 💎 Face detection, scene modes, and HDR

The wide-angle lens starting at 29mm is one of this camera's strongest features. You can fit more into the frame in landscapes, indoor shots, and group photos without having to step back, while the 4x zoom gives you enough flexibility to bring distant details closer. The 3-inch touchscreen offers a large, easy-to-use interface for its era.

The choice of CCD sensor is the main factor behind the Optima 104's image character. Unlike modern CMOS sensors, it produces warmer, more saturated, and slightly filmic colors; in our test shots, the warm tones it captured in low light in particular stood out. This camera naturally delivers the nostalgic digital aesthetic that's in demand today. The 720p HD video is a delightful bonus for anyone who wants to carry that same look into moving images.

👀 Who It's For, and Where

A natural choice for anyone who loves nostalgic digital aesthetics and warm CCD colors, travelers who want wide-angle shooting, those looking for touchscreen convenience and HD video, and anyone building a collection of characterful compact cameras. Being born under the established Agfa name also makes it especially appealing to collectors.

Ideal for café shots, travel and landscape photography, night outings, festival and concert moments, street photography, and capturing everyday moments. With its pocket-friendly body, it's a camera you can carry with you every day, ready to shoot whenever you are.

🔥 The RetroCameraLand Take

The Optima 104's real strength lies in combining a 29mm wide-angle lens with warm CCD color character in a pocket-friendly body. While many compacts of its era came with a narrow starting focal length, the 29mm wide angle makes this camera noticeably more comfortable for landscape and indoor shots. Being the digital-era interpretation of the established Agfa name gives it extra character as well.

The 12 MP CCD sensor, wide-angle 4x zoom, and 3-inch touchscreen come together to form an enjoyable package in the compact category. The 1/2.3-inch sensor may seem small by modern standards, but it's exactly this CCD–small sensor combination that naturally produces the vintage digital aesthetic sought after today. The warm tones in low light and overall color character are the Optima 104's signature — a delightful camera for both everyday use and collecting.

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All of our cameras are thoroughly tested and inspected for condition by our expert team before joining our collection. The lens, sensor, screen, buttons, and all functions are checked one by one. Our 24/7 customer support is with you from the purchase process through after delivery. Feel free to reach out to us anytime for usage tips, maintenance advice, or compatible accessory recommendations. The RetroCameraLand guarantee ensures the longevity not just of the product you buy, but of the relationship we build with you.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What year did the AgfaPhoto Optima 104 come out?
It was introduced in 2010 as a digital-age interpretation of the classic Agfa Optima name. It's a genuine Y2K-era digital compact camera.

Is the camera in working condition and has it been tested?
Yes. This unit has been tested and approved by RetroCameraLand's expert team. The buttons, lens, touchscreen, and all functions have been checked; sample photos are available and the camera is in full working order.

What memory card and battery does it use?
It uses an SD / SDHC card and comes with a free SD card included in the box. For power, it uses a charged Li-ion battery; the charger is also included in the box, meaning it ships ready to shoot.

Can it record video?
Yes. It records video at 1280x720 HD (720p) resolution, so you can carry its nostalgic digital aesthetic into moving images as well.

Why is the image character special?
Its 12 MP CCD sensor produces warmer, more saturated, and slightly filmic colors compared to modern CMOS sensors. The warm tones it captures, especially in low light, naturally deliver the vintage digital aesthetic that's in demand today. The 29mm wide-angle lens also adds a spacious composition to this character.