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The ''Baldix'' cameras were a series of folding cameras derived from the [[Baldax]] series. | The ''Baldix'' cameras were a series of folding cameras derived from the [[Baldax]] series. | ||
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The Baldix cameras were a series of folding cameras derived from the Baldax series.
The Baldix was like the postwar Baldax without the frame counter, and the Mess-Baldix was a Baldix with 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].
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Hapo 66e
The Hapo 66e is essentially a 6×6cm Mess-Baldix camera body, equipped with a 75mm color-corrected lens made by Enna of Germany, and a simple Pronto shutter with self-timer - made by Balda for Porst under the Hapo brand.
The Hapo 66e has the Mess-Baldix' clever ratcheting film counter which obviates the need for checking frame count using the traditional external red window.
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).