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The '''Certo-matic''' is a [[medium format]] camera made by [[Certo]] from about 1960.<ref name=McK>{{McKeown12}} p194.</ref> | The '''Certo-matic''' is a [[medium format]] camera made by [[Certo]] from about 1960.<ref name=McK>{{McKeown12}} p194.</ref> | ||
There are 2 versions which differ mainly in the frontcover of the top. The 1st version has a flat window in front of the lightmeters [[selenium]] cell and no coat of arms shield, the 2nd version has a bubbled window and a coat of arms shield on the front left.<ref name=WK>{{WKerkmann3}} p382.</ref> | There are 2 versions which differ mainly in the frontcover of the top. The 1st version has a flat window in front of the lightmeters [[selenium]] cell and no coat of arms shield, the 2nd version has a bubbled window and a coat of arms shield on the front left.<ref name=WK>{{WKerkmann3}} p382.</ref> | ||
| − | It was also sold by [[Wirgin]] as the '''Electro-AUTA'''. | + | It was also sold by [[Wirgin]] as the '''Electro-AUTA'''.<ref name=McK/> |
| − | + | The shutter has 2 modes, "B" and "Auto". In Auto mode the [[aperture]] has to be set to the lightmeter needle (match needle method). First the correct film sensitivity has to be set.</br> | |
| + | It has a manual film transport by way of a knob on the top left hand side and visual check through a ruby red window in the back. | ||
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| + | ==Specifications== | ||
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| + | * Production : 1st version from 1960 to 1961, 2nd version 1962-1965.<ref name=WK/> | ||
| + | * Format : 12 exposures of 6 x 6 cm on [[120]] type rollfilm. | ||
| + | * Shutter : shutter with B and "Auto" (c.1/60 sec). | ||
| + | * Lens : Probably the same as on the [[Certo-phot]], an Achromat 1:8 / 75mm. <ref>Lens type needs confirmation.</ref> | ||
| + | * Aperture : 8 till 16. Set by way of the knob on the top right hand side. | ||
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| + | * Filter Size : ? | ||
| + | * Light meter : [[Selenium]] cell. | ||
| + | * Exposure setting : Film sensitivity range [[ASA]] 25 - 160 ([[DIN]] 15 - 23), </br>Match-needle setting method, [[shutter priority]] . | ||
| + | * Focus system : By turning the Frontlens. | ||
| + | * Flash synchronisation : Sync socket on side of shutter. | ||
| + | * Dimensions WxHxD : 13x10x8 cm. | ||
| + | * Weight: 400 grams. | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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== Links == | == Links == | ||
| − | + | * [https://www.photo.net/forums/topic/121690-certo-matic-camera-sample-images/ Certo-Matic camera & sample images, forum posting by user Jorn Ake] at [https://www.photo.net/ Photo.net]. | |
[[Category: C]] | [[Category: C]] | ||
[[Category: Certo]] | [[Category: Certo]] | ||
[[Category: German 6x6 viewfinder]] | [[Category: German 6x6 viewfinder]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:42, 24 March 2023
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The Certo-matic is a medium format camera made by Certo from about 1960.[1]
There are 2 versions which differ mainly in the frontcover of the top. The 1st version has a flat window in front of the lightmeters selenium cell and no coat of arms shield, the 2nd version has a bubbled window and a coat of arms shield on the front left.[2]
It was also sold by Wirgin as the Electro-AUTA.[1]
The shutter has 2 modes, "B" and "Auto". In Auto mode the aperture has to be set to the lightmeter needle (match needle method). First the correct film sensitivity has to be set.
It has a manual film transport by way of a knob on the top left hand side and visual check through a ruby red window in the back.
Specifications
- Production : 1st version from 1960 to 1961, 2nd version 1962-1965.[2]
- Format : 12 exposures of 6 x 6 cm on 120 type rollfilm.
- Shutter : shutter with B and "Auto" (c.1/60 sec).
- Lens : Probably the same as on the Certo-phot, an Achromat 1:8 / 75mm. [3]
- Aperture : 8 till 16. Set by way of the knob on the top right hand side.
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| Certo Certo-matic image by OZBOX (Image rights) |
- Filter Size : ?
- Light meter : Selenium cell.
- Exposure setting : Film sensitivity range ASA 25 - 160 (DIN 15 - 23),
Match-needle setting method, shutter priority . - Focus system : By turning the Frontlens.
- Flash synchronisation : Sync socket on side of shutter.
- Dimensions WxHxD : 13x10x8 cm.
- Weight: 400 grams.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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). p194.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Kerkmann, Willi Deutsche Kameras 1945-1999, 3th Edition, 1999. Germany, Willi Kerkmann, 1999. ISBN 3-00-004635-6 (softcover). p382.
- ↑ Lens type needs confirmation.
