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what kind of film does an argus c3 use
The Argus C3 uses 35mm film.
is the argus c3 still produced today
The Argus C3 was a low-priced rangefinder camera mass-produced from 1939 to 1966.
was the argus c3 popular
The Argus C3 sold about 2 million units, making it one of the most popular cameras in history.
why was the argus c3 one of the most popular cameras in history
Customers were reportedly drawn to the Argus C3's scientific appearance with its many gears, knobs, and dials. It also developed a reputation for rugged durability and sharp, high-quality images.

Question: why did the camera stop being produced
Self-contained rewrite: why did the argus c3 stop being produced