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Voigtländer Vito CLR 35mm coupled rangefinder camera, tested and working, with a Color-Skopar 50mm f/2.8 lens, built-in selenium light meter and a bright viewfinder.
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The Voigtländer Vito CLR is a celebrated 35mm coupled rangefinder camera introduced in the early 1960s by Voigtländer in Braunschweig, West Germany. Representing the pinnacle of the popular Vito C family, the CLR model integrates a coupled rangefinder together with a built-in selenium light meter and the renowned Color-Skopar lens. Engineered with exceptional German mechanical precision, an all-metal chassis, and a bright optical viewfinder, surviving examples in clean, functional condition remain enduring favorites among classic rangefinder collectors and vintage analog photography enthusiasts.
KEY FEATURES
Compact mechanical 35mm rangefinder camera design
Coupled split-image rangefinder integrated into a bright frame optical viewfinder
Built-in match-needle selenium exposure meter coupled to aperture and shutter settings
High-resolution four-element Color-Skopar prime taking lens
Smooth single-stroke film advance lever mounted on the rear body
All-metal precision construction finished in satin chrome and textured leatherette
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Coupled Rangefinder Camera
Lens: Voigtländer Color-Skopar 50mm f/2.8 coated prime lens
Shutter speeds: Pronto-LK leaf shutter with B, 1/15s, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, 1/250s, and 1/500s
Serial Number: Not visible or unassigned on exterior housing
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition showing light traces of prior handling and minor surface marks consistent with age. Metal surfaces are clean, chrome is bright, and the leatherette covering remains fully intact.
Optics: Viewfinder and rangefinder mechanism are clear, bright, and show distinct focusing alignment. Taking lens elements are clean and clear, free from fungus, heavy haze, separation, or deep scratches.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all available shutter speeds. Film advance lever cycles smoothly, the frame counter advances properly, and the focus ring rotates with smooth resistance.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested mechanically. Light meter responds to changing lighting conditions. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
Voigtländer Vito CLR 35mm camera
Original vintage leather carrying case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully engineered classic West German rangefinder camera offering exceptional optical sharpness and timeless mid-century mechanical craftsmanship for any vintage collection.
The Voigtländer Vito CLR is a celebrated 35mm coupled rangefinder camera introduced in the early 1960s by Voigtländer in Braunschweig, West Germany. Representing the pinnacle of the popular Vito C family, the CLR model integrates a coupled rangefinder together with a built-in selenium light meter and the renowned Color-Skopar lens. Engineered with exceptional German mechanical precision, an all-metal chassis, and a bright optical viewfinder, surviving examples in clean, functional condition remain enduring favorites among classic rangefinder collectors and vintage analog photography enthusiasts.
KEY FEATURES
Compact mechanical 35mm rangefinder camera design
Coupled split-image rangefinder integrated into a bright frame optical viewfinder
Built-in match-needle selenium exposure meter coupled to aperture and shutter settings
High-resolution four-element Color-Skopar prime taking lens
Smooth single-stroke film advance lever mounted on the rear body
All-metal precision construction finished in satin chrome and textured leatherette
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Camera Type: 35mm Coupled Rangefinder Camera
Lens: Voigtländer Color-Skopar 50mm f/2.8 coated prime lens
Shutter speeds: Pronto-LK leaf shutter with B, 1/15s, 1/30s, 1/60s, 1/125s, 1/250s, and 1/500s
Serial Number: Not visible or unassigned on exterior housing
CONDITION REPORT
Cosmetic: Very good vintage condition showing light traces of prior handling and minor surface marks consistent with age. Metal surfaces are clean, chrome is bright, and the leatherette covering remains fully intact.
Optics: Viewfinder and rangefinder mechanism are clear, bright, and show distinct focusing alignment. Taking lens elements are clean and clear, free from fungus, heavy haze, separation, or deep scratches.
Mechanics: Shutter cocks and fires crisply across all available shutter speeds. Film advance lever cycles smoothly, the frame counter advances properly, and the focus ring rotates with smooth resistance.
Test status: Fully inspected and dry-tested mechanically. Light meter responds to changing lighting conditions. Sold as a tested vintage collectible.
WHATS INCLUDED
Voigtländer Vito CLR 35mm camera
Original vintage leather carrying case with strap
WHY BUY THIS ITEM
A beautifully engineered classic West German rangefinder camera offering exceptional optical sharpness and timeless mid-century mechanical craftsmanship for any vintage collection.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
Voigtländer
Model/type nr
Vito CLR |
Physical condition
Good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Film type
35mm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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