Minox A (geupgraded naar IIIS) "Spy Camera" - Subminiature camera
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Minox A (Type III/IIIs) subminiature spy camera, upgraded to IIIS, in very good cosmetic condition and tested and working, dating from 1960–1970, with 8x11mm film, Complan 15mm f/3.5 lens, fully mechanical shutter B to 1/1000s, and including the original loose Minox light meter, two brown leather cases, and the metal safety/measurement chain.
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Minox A (III/IIIs) Subminiature "Spy Camera" – Including the original loose Minox light meter, leather pouches and chain. The camera has been upgraded to a type IIIS, as evidenced by the flash synchronization (see photos).
A beautiful and iconic set for the collector of vintage photography and espionage history: the classic Minox A subminiature camera. This mechanical masterpiece is the purest form of the famous post-war "spy camera" from Wetzlar, Germany. The set is very complete and is supplied including the rare loose Minox selenium light meter.
Specifications:
Brand: Minox Wetzlar (Germany)
Model: Minox A (Type III / IIIs) subminiature camera
Format: 8x11mm film
Lens: High-quality Complan 15mm f/3.5 lens
Shutter speeds: Fully mechanical, B to 1/1000s
Accessories: Original vintage Minox light meter, two original brown leather cases, and the characteristic metal safety/measurement chain.
Filter type: Some late-produced or upgraded models also came with other built-in filters (a Neutral Density and green filter instead of orange and green).
Condition:
Cosmetics: In very nice, vintage condition with minimal signs of use for the age (see detailed photos for an accurate impression).
Mechanical: The camera slides open and closed smoothly (which also cocks the shutter).
The shutter speeds sound accurate by ear.
Optical: The viewfinder and the Complan lens are clear and free of scratches.
Light meter: The loose selenium exposure meter responds well to varying lighting conditions.
Serial number: 57 457
Light meter: 47754
Minox A (III/IIIs) Subminiature "Spy Camera" – Including the original loose Minox light meter, leather pouches and chain. The camera has been upgraded to a type IIIS, as evidenced by the flash synchronization (see photos).
A beautiful and iconic set for the collector of vintage photography and espionage history: the classic Minox A subminiature camera. This mechanical masterpiece is the purest form of the famous post-war "spy camera" from Wetzlar, Germany. The set is very complete and is supplied including the rare loose Minox selenium light meter.
Specifications:
Brand: Minox Wetzlar (Germany)
Model: Minox A (Type III / IIIs) subminiature camera
Format: 8x11mm film
Lens: High-quality Complan 15mm f/3.5 lens
Shutter speeds: Fully mechanical, B to 1/1000s
Accessories: Original vintage Minox light meter, two original brown leather cases, and the characteristic metal safety/measurement chain.
Filter type: Some late-produced or upgraded models also came with other built-in filters (a Neutral Density and green filter instead of orange and green).
Condition:
Cosmetics: In very nice, vintage condition with minimal signs of use for the age (see detailed photos for an accurate impression).
Mechanical: The camera slides open and closed smoothly (which also cocks the shutter).
The shutter speeds sound accurate by ear.
Optical: The viewfinder and the Complan lens are clear and free of scratches.
Light meter: The loose selenium exposure meter responds well to varying lighting conditions.
Serial number: 57 457
Light meter: 47754
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Minox
Model/type nr
A (geupgraded naar IIIS) "Spy Camera" -
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1960-1970
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