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The '''Baldix''' was like the postwar Baldax without the frame counter. The '''Mess-Baldix''' had the additional mechanical frame counter, and an [[rangefinder (device)|uncoupled rangefinder]]. The '''Baldi 29''' was a later, cheaper model based on the same body, with a more rounded top housing and a f:2.9 lens, hence the name. The range of cameras available at the 1956 Photokina included the Baldi 29, Baldix and Super Baldax, all models that were still available in 1959–60<REF> For 1956: see [http://homed.inet.tele.dk/riess/photokina.html this page] by Karl Riess. For 1959–60: see [http://www.ukcamera.com/classic_cameras/prices1.htm this page with prices] at [http://www.ukcamera.com/classic_cameras/camindexe.html Tigin's Classic Cameras].</REF>. | The '''Baldix''' was like the postwar Baldax without the frame counter. The '''Mess-Baldix''' had the additional mechanical frame counter, and an [[rangefinder (device)|uncoupled rangefinder]]. The '''Baldi 29''' was a later, cheaper model based on the same body, with a more rounded top housing and a f:2.9 lens, hence the name. The range of cameras available at the 1956 Photokina included the Baldi 29, Baldix and Super Baldax, all models that were still available in 1959–60<REF> For 1956: see [http://homed.inet.tele.dk/riess/photokina.html this page] by Karl Riess. For 1959–60: see [http://www.ukcamera.com/classic_cameras/prices1.htm this page with prices] at [http://www.ukcamera.com/classic_cameras/camindexe.html Tigin's Classic Cameras].</REF>. | ||
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| − | The Mess-Baldix is an improved variant of the Baldix. Its reverse Galilean viewfinder includes an uncoupled superimposed rangefinder with a pretty good [[rangefinder base]]. It was available with [[Enna]] ''Ennagon'' 1:3.5 f=7.5cm or [[Isco]] ''Westar'' [[lens]] 1:2.9 f=7.5 cm in Prontor-SVS [[leaf shutter|shutter]], Balda ''Baltar'' 1:4.5/75 lens in [[Prontor]] shutter, or ''Baltar'' 1:4.5/80 lens in [[Pronto]] shutter. The Mess-Baldix has the postwar [[Baldax]]'s clever ratcheting film counter which obviates the need for checking frame count using the traditional external [[red window]] ( | + | The Mess-Baldix is an improved variant of the Baldix. Its reverse Galilean viewfinder includes an uncoupled superimposed rangefinder with a pretty good [[rangefinder base]]. It was available with [[Enna]] ''Ennagon'' 1:3.5 f=7.5cm or [[Isco]] ''Westar'' [[lens]] 1:2.9 f=7.5 cm in Prontor-SVS [[leaf shutter|shutter]], Balda ''Baltar'' 1:2.9 f=80 mm in Prontor-SVS shutter, ''Baltar'' 1:4.5/75 lens in [[Prontor]] shutter, or ''Baltar'' 1:4.5/80 lens in [[Pronto]] shutter. The Mess-Baldix has the postwar [[Baldax]]'s clever ratcheting film counter which obviates the need for checking frame count using the traditional external [[red window]] (the camera has one with sliding light proof cover for lining up the first frame); this incorporates double-exposure prevention . |
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=== Hapo 66-E === | === Hapo 66-E === | ||
Revision as of 22:52, 20 July 2011
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| Baldix image by John Nuttall |
Balda's Baldix cameras were a series of self-erecting folding cameras derived from the Baldax series. The cameras made 6x6cm exposures on type No. 120 film rolls.
Baldix versions
The Baldix was like the postwar Baldax without the frame counter. The Mess-Baldix had the additional mechanical frame counter, and an uncoupled rangefinder. The Baldi 29 was a later, cheaper model based on the same body, with a more rounded top housing and a f:2.9 lens, hence the name. The range of cameras available at the 1956 Photokina included the Baldi 29, Baldix and Super Baldax, all models that were still available in 1959–60[1].
Mess-Baldix
The Mess-Baldix is an improved variant of the Baldix. Its reverse Galilean viewfinder includes an uncoupled superimposed rangefinder with a pretty good rangefinder base. It was available with Enna Ennagon 1:3.5 f=7.5cm or Isco Westar lens 1:2.9 f=7.5 cm in Prontor-SVS shutter, Balda Baltar 1:2.9 f=80 mm in Prontor-SVS shutter, Baltar 1:4.5/75 lens in Prontor shutter, or Baltar 1:4.5/80 lens in Pronto shutter. The Mess-Baldix has the postwar Baldax's clever ratcheting film counter which obviates the need for checking frame count using the traditional external red window (the camera has one with sliding light proof cover for lining up the first frame); this incorporates double-exposure prevention .
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| Mess-Baldix with 75mm f4.5 Baltar image by SteveMPhoto (Image rights) |
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| another view of the Mess-Baldix image by SteveMPhoto (Image rights) |
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| Mess-Baldix with 80mm f2.9 Baltar image by Nicholas Middleton (Image rights) |
Hapo 66-E
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| Hans Porst Hapo 66E image by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
The Hapo 66-E is essentially a 6×6cm Mess-Baldix, equipped with a well color-corrected Enna Haponar 1:3.5/75 lens, and a Pronto shutter with speeds up to 1/200 sec and a self-timer - made by Balda for Porst under the Hapo brand.
Notes
- ↑ For 1956: see this page by Karl Riess. For 1959–60: see this page with prices at Tigin's Classic Cameras.
Bibliography
- McKeown, James M. and Joan C. McKeown's Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, 12th Edition, 2005-2006. USA, Centennial Photo Service, 2004. ISBN 0-931838-40-1 (hardcover). ISBN 0-931838-41-X (softcover).
Links
- Baldix at je2luz, with black and white and colour sample pictures
- Baldix at mgroleau.com [1]
- Baldix an Matt Denton's [2]
- Hapo 66-E on www.kamera-geschichte.de [3] (German)
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| With Baltar 75mm f/4.5 lens image by Mark Tomlinson (Image rights) |
