Summary
Instant Keystone Wizard XF1000 camera manufactured by Berkey Photo Inc., U.S.A., circa 1975.
Features a plastic 115mm f/8.8 lens, electric eye with lighten/darken dial, viewfinder, flash and tripod socket as well as a manual (scale) focus that requires the photographer to estimate the distance from the subject.
The Wizard XF1000 uses Polaroid SX-70 instant film without being manufactured by Polaroid, an issue that resulted in Polaroid filing an infringement suit against Berkey Photo Inc. in 1975.
Physical Description
Rigid black camera body with film counter on right side. Viewfinder at top left. Tripod socket on base.
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On front: 'Electric Eye' 'KEYSTONE'. Serial No; '56748'.
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Overall Dimensions
125 mm (Width), 90 mm (Depth), 165 mm (Height)
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