Summary
'Contax I', 35mm single lens reflex camera, manufactured by Zeiss Ikon in Dresden, circa 1933.
Shutter, 1/2 to 1/1000th second. Hinged mirror(?). Long based distance meter, interchangeable bayonet lens mount, metal focal plane shutter. Body no. Y 64426.
Physical Description
Zeiss Ikon black, metal body 35mm camera in its original leather case.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mrs E. Matthaei, 23 Mar 1972
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Manufacturer
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Inscriptions
Body: 'Contax' 'ZEISS / IKON'. Around lens: 'Carl Zeiss Jena Nr. 3065579 Tessar 1:3,5 f=5cm T '.
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Classification
Photography, Image making equipment, Cameras - single lens reflex
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
130 mm (Width), 135 mm (Depth), 130 mm (Height)
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Keywords
Cameras, Lenses, Photographic Equipment, Photography, Optics, Leather Products, Photography