Minox, Minolta EC / 16 / 16-MG | Spy camera

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Nice collection of three vintage subminiature "spy" cameras (1950s to 1980s), combining German and Japanese precision engineering, complete with a matching original flash unit:

Lot includes:

1x Minox EC (Germany, from 1981): The smallest and lightest genuine 8x11mm Minox camera, matte black sliding body. (Note: Requires a PX27 / 4LR44 battery, not included).

1x Minolta-16 (Japan, 1957): Iconic first model of the Japanese 16mm series, brushed aluminum push-pull sliding body with a Rokkor 25mm f/3.5 lens and its original leather wrist strap.

1x Original Minolta-16 B-C Flash Unit: Matching brushed aluminum flash with hinged cover and folding fan reflector.

1x Minolta-16 MG (Japan, 1966): Model featuring a built-in selenium light meter and a Rokkor 20mm f/2.8 lens, with its original metal chain strap.

Condition:
Very good overall cosmetic condition across all items, clean bodies with no dents or dings.

Smooth sliding mechanisms, clear lenses and viewfinders.

Sold untested with film.

Fast and carefully packed shipping with tracking and insurance.

Nice collection of three vintage subminiature "spy" cameras (1950s to 1980s), combining German and Japanese precision engineering, complete with a matching original flash unit:

Lot includes:

1x Minox EC (Germany, from 1981): The smallest and lightest genuine 8x11mm Minox camera, matte black sliding body. (Note: Requires a PX27 / 4LR44 battery, not included).

1x Minolta-16 (Japan, 1957): Iconic first model of the Japanese 16mm series, brushed aluminum push-pull sliding body with a Rokkor 25mm f/3.5 lens and its original leather wrist strap.

1x Original Minolta-16 B-C Flash Unit: Matching brushed aluminum flash with hinged cover and folding fan reflector.

1x Minolta-16 MG (Japan, 1966): Model featuring a built-in selenium light meter and a Rokkor 20mm f/2.8 lens, with its original metal chain strap.

Condition:
Very good overall cosmetic condition across all items, clean bodies with no dents or dings.

Smooth sliding mechanisms, clear lenses and viewfinders.

Sold untested with film.

Fast and carefully packed shipping with tracking and insurance.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Minolta, Minox
Model/type nr
EC / 16 / 16-MG |
Physical condition
Very good
Functional condition
Tested and working
Estimated period
1950-1960
FranceVerified
Private

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