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Thorsten Pöllath

The START 35 is a vintage Japanese midget (bean) film camera, produced by 光社 (Kōsha) during the Showa period. Compact and charmingly designed, it was made to use miniature roll film, part of Japan’s postwar boom in collectible “mamekamera” (豆カメラ) — small cameras often prized for their craftsmanship and design rather than full-scale function.
This particular piece shows careful storage and preservation, with only minor cosmetic wear due to age. The shutter and mechanical parts have not been tested due to the lack of film, and therefore functionality is unconfirmed.
An excellent collectible for lovers of retro Japanese cameras and Showa-era miniatures.
Please review all photos for details of condition before purchase.

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光社 (Kōsha) START 35 Midget Camera — 光社 (Kōsha) — Showa Era Miniature Film Camera — Vintage Japan Box camera

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