Voigtländer Vitoret D Analogue camera
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Description from the seller
Step back in time with this authentic Vintage Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa 35mm rangefinder camera. A true masterpiece of West German craftsmanship, the Vitomatic IIa is celebrated for its exceptional build quality and dense, high-precision feel. Produced in the legendary Braunschweig factory, this camera represents the absolute peak of 1960s mechanical elegance, combining a sophisticated coupled rangefinder with a bright-line viewfinder. It is a perfect find for collectors, rangefinder enthusiasts, or as a high-end mechanical display piece.
Key Benefits
Optical Excellence: Equipped with the world-famous Voigtländer Color-Skopar lens, renowned for its legendary sharpness and classic vintage rendering.
Precision Rangefinder: Features a bright, coupled rangefinder that allows for pinpoint manual focusing directly through the viewfinder.
Mechanical Perfection: Known for its incredibly smooth mechanical operation and "tank-like" all-metal construction that exudes professional quality.
Vintage Aesthetic: Boasts a timeless mid-century look with its satin chrome finish, integrated selenium light meter, and iconic Voigtländer cursive engravings.
Features
Camera Type: 35mm coupled rangefinder camera.
Lens: High-quality Voigtländer Color-Skopar 1:2.8/50mm prime lens.
Shutter: Precision Prontor-SLK leaf shutter with speeds ranging from 1 second to 1/500 second, plus B (Bulb).
Exposure Control: Built-in selenium light meter coupled to the shutter and aperture settings via a match-needle system.
Viewfinder: Large, bright-line viewfinder with a 1:1 life-size magnification and integrated rangefinder patch.
Construction: Robust metal chassis with premium black textured leatherette and a top-mounted accessory shoe.
Condition
Rated 4.5/5. This camera is in near-mint cosmetic condition. The satin chrome surfaces are remarkably clean, showing almost no signs of surface wear. The black leatherette is fully intact, clean, and retains its original deep texture. The lens glass appears crystal clear and exceptionally well-maintained. While the mechanical shutter fires and the film advance operates smoothly, the accuracy of the selenium meter is untested. It is sold as a premium collectible or display item.
What's Included
Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa camera body.
Integrated Voigtländer Color-Skopar 2.8/50mm lens.
Built-in Prontor-SLK shutter system.
No film, lens cap, or additional accessories are included.
Why This Product?
The Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa is a tangible piece of history, representing the absolute peak of precision for amateur photography in the early 1960s. It is an exceptional acquisition for anyone curating a collection of premium European optics or seeking a distinctive decorative item that exemplifies the height of German engineering.
Keywords
Voigtländer camera, Vitomatic IIa, Color-Skopar, vintage rangefinder, German engineering, 35mm film camera, analog photography, collector's camera, West German camera, classic camera design.
Step back in time with this authentic Vintage Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa 35mm rangefinder camera. A true masterpiece of West German craftsmanship, the Vitomatic IIa is celebrated for its exceptional build quality and dense, high-precision feel. Produced in the legendary Braunschweig factory, this camera represents the absolute peak of 1960s mechanical elegance, combining a sophisticated coupled rangefinder with a bright-line viewfinder. It is a perfect find for collectors, rangefinder enthusiasts, or as a high-end mechanical display piece.
Key Benefits
Optical Excellence: Equipped with the world-famous Voigtländer Color-Skopar lens, renowned for its legendary sharpness and classic vintage rendering.
Precision Rangefinder: Features a bright, coupled rangefinder that allows for pinpoint manual focusing directly through the viewfinder.
Mechanical Perfection: Known for its incredibly smooth mechanical operation and "tank-like" all-metal construction that exudes professional quality.
Vintage Aesthetic: Boasts a timeless mid-century look with its satin chrome finish, integrated selenium light meter, and iconic Voigtländer cursive engravings.
Features
Camera Type: 35mm coupled rangefinder camera.
Lens: High-quality Voigtländer Color-Skopar 1:2.8/50mm prime lens.
Shutter: Precision Prontor-SLK leaf shutter with speeds ranging from 1 second to 1/500 second, plus B (Bulb).
Exposure Control: Built-in selenium light meter coupled to the shutter and aperture settings via a match-needle system.
Viewfinder: Large, bright-line viewfinder with a 1:1 life-size magnification and integrated rangefinder patch.
Construction: Robust metal chassis with premium black textured leatherette and a top-mounted accessory shoe.
Condition
Rated 4.5/5. This camera is in near-mint cosmetic condition. The satin chrome surfaces are remarkably clean, showing almost no signs of surface wear. The black leatherette is fully intact, clean, and retains its original deep texture. The lens glass appears crystal clear and exceptionally well-maintained. While the mechanical shutter fires and the film advance operates smoothly, the accuracy of the selenium meter is untested. It is sold as a premium collectible or display item.
What's Included
Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa camera body.
Integrated Voigtländer Color-Skopar 2.8/50mm lens.
Built-in Prontor-SLK shutter system.
No film, lens cap, or additional accessories are included.
Why This Product?
The Voigtländer Vitomatic IIa is a tangible piece of history, representing the absolute peak of precision for amateur photography in the early 1960s. It is an exceptional acquisition for anyone curating a collection of premium European optics or seeking a distinctive decorative item that exemplifies the height of German engineering.
Keywords
Voigtländer camera, Vitomatic IIa, Color-Skopar, vintage rangefinder, German engineering, 35mm film camera, analog photography, collector's camera, West German camera, classic camera design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Voigtländer
Model/type nr
Vitoret D
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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