Welta Perfekta Twin lens reflex camera (TLR)
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Welta Perfekta (c. 1934) - Rare folding TLR with Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 1:3.8 7.5cm
Offered is a rare and mechanically impressive Welta Perfekta twin-lens reflex camera (TLR), produced in the 1930s by Welta-Kamerawerk in Germany.
This model is distinguished by its unique, ingenious folding design that combines the compact advantage of a folding camera with the precise focusing system of a TLR medium-format camera.
This version is equipped with the highly sought-after and fast Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar taking lens, housed in a reliable Compur-Rapid shutter.
From a private camera collection
Cosmetically in a nice, authentic vintage condition with normal signs of wear and light patina on the metal parts that match the camera’s age (see photos for exact details).
The camera has not been tested and is offered in the 'as is' condition.
Brand: Welta (Welta-Kamerawerk, Freital)
Model: Perfekta
Production period: ca. 1934 – 1939 (Germany)
Camera type: Folding Twin-Lens Reflex (Folding TLR)
Film format: 120 roll film (Medium format)
Negative size: 6 x 6 cm
Taking lens: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 1:3.8 f=7.5cm (Serial number: 1570106)
Viewfinder lens: Weltaskop 1:3.8 f=7.5cm (Serial number: 701698)
Shutter: Compur-Rapid (Leaf shutter)
Shutter speeds: B, T, 1 - 1/400 sec
Aperture: f/3.8 – f/22
Focusing: Manual, via a screw-focus mechanism in which both lenses rotate synchronously
Viewfinder: Waist-level finder with fold-out magnifier
Body: Metal body covered with black leatherette
See all detailed photos to get a good impression of the exterior condition of this special classic.
Welta Perfekta (c. 1934) - Rare folding TLR with Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 1:3.8 7.5cm
Offered is a rare and mechanically impressive Welta Perfekta twin-lens reflex camera (TLR), produced in the 1930s by Welta-Kamerawerk in Germany.
This model is distinguished by its unique, ingenious folding design that combines the compact advantage of a folding camera with the precise focusing system of a TLR medium-format camera.
This version is equipped with the highly sought-after and fast Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar taking lens, housed in a reliable Compur-Rapid shutter.
From a private camera collection
Cosmetically in a nice, authentic vintage condition with normal signs of wear and light patina on the metal parts that match the camera’s age (see photos for exact details).
The camera has not been tested and is offered in the 'as is' condition.
Brand: Welta (Welta-Kamerawerk, Freital)
Model: Perfekta
Production period: ca. 1934 – 1939 (Germany)
Camera type: Folding Twin-Lens Reflex (Folding TLR)
Film format: 120 roll film (Medium format)
Negative size: 6 x 6 cm
Taking lens: Carl Zeiss Jena Tessar 1:3.8 f=7.5cm (Serial number: 1570106)
Viewfinder lens: Weltaskop 1:3.8 f=7.5cm (Serial number: 701698)
Shutter: Compur-Rapid (Leaf shutter)
Shutter speeds: B, T, 1 - 1/400 sec
Aperture: f/3.8 – f/22
Focusing: Manual, via a screw-focus mechanism in which both lenses rotate synchronously
Viewfinder: Waist-level finder with fold-out magnifier
Body: Metal body covered with black leatherette
See all detailed photos to get a good impression of the exterior condition of this special classic.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Welta
Model/type nr
Perfekta
Physical condition
Fair
Functional condition
Not tested
Lens Mount Type
Lensboard
Film type
120 / 220
Estimated period
1930-1940
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