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The top shelf of cameras brought to you by Rob ter Ellen
There is such a rich diversity of cameras that, even after all this time, I still come across ones that I haven't seen before.
It was his passion for birdwatching that led Rob deep into the world of optics. Initially by finding the best binoculars for perfect vision, and later by learning about camera gear to eternalise his favourite sightings in every condition. Now 35 years in, he’s built a wealth of knowledge on the best brands and models — often tried and tested by Rob himself. Rob worked with Catawiki when we launched our first auctions for optical equipment in 2015. His personal interest in the objects help him to identify issues and counterfeits easily and inspires passionate conversations with like-minded enthusiasts. Adding to his broad knowledge of cameras, Rob is specialised in optical equipment such as binoculars, telescopes and microscopes. At Catawiki, he revels in the open and international atmosphere. The biggest challenge, he finds, is not being able to bid on objects himself as an expert; such as a recent pair of early 20th century Carl Zeiss binoculars that certainly made his heart skip a beat.
It was his passion for birdwatching that led Rob deep into the world of optics. Initially by finding the best binoculars for perfect vision, and later by learning about camera gear to eternalise his favourite sightings in every condition. Now 35 years in, he’s built a wealth of knowledge on the best brands and models — often tried and tested by Rob himself. Rob worked with Catawiki when we launched our first auctions for optical equipment in 2015. His personal interest in the objects help him to identify issues and counterfeits easily and inspires passionate conversations with like-minded enthusiasts. Adding to his broad knowledge of cameras, Rob is specialised in optical equipment such as binoculars, telescopes and microscopes. At Catawiki, he revels in the open and international atmosphere. The biggest challenge, he finds, is not being able to bid on objects himself as an expert; such as a recent pair of early 20th century Carl Zeiss binoculars that certainly made his heart skip a beat.
- 35+ years experience in Cameras
- Specialised in Optical Equipment
- Avid birdwatcher
It was his passion for birdwatching that led Rob deep into the world of optics. Initially by finding the best binoculars for perfect vision, and later by learning about camera gear to eternalise his favourite sightings in every condition. Now 35 years in, he’s built a wealth of knowledge on the best brands and models — often tried and tested by Rob himself. Rob worked with Catawiki when we launched our first auctions for optical equipment in 2015. His personal interest in the objects help him to identify issues and counterfeits easily and inspires passionate conversations with like-minded enthusiasts. Adding to his broad knowledge of cameras, Rob is specialised in optical equipment such as binoculars, telescopes and microscopes. At Catawiki, he revels in the open and international atmosphere. The biggest challenge, he finds, is not being able to bid on objects himself as an expert; such as a recent pair of early 20th century Carl Zeiss binoculars that certainly made his heart skip a beat.
It was his passion for birdwatching that led Rob deep into the world of optics. Initially by finding the best binoculars for perfect vision, and later by learning about camera gear to eternalise his favourite sightings in every condition. Now 35 years in, he’s built a wealth of knowledge on the best brands and models — often tried and tested by Rob himself. Rob worked with Catawiki when we launched our first auctions for optical equipment in 2015. His personal interest in the objects help him to identify issues and counterfeits easily and inspires passionate conversations with like-minded enthusiasts. Adding to his broad knowledge of cameras, Rob is specialised in optical equipment such as binoculars, telescopes and microscopes. At Catawiki, he revels in the open and international atmosphere. The biggest challenge, he finds, is not being able to bid on objects himself as an expert; such as a recent pair of early 20th century Carl Zeiss binoculars that certainly made his heart skip a beat.