Crystar Flex

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Japanese 6×6 TLR
Postwar models (A–L)
6×7cm Koni-Omegaflex M
6×6cm
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The Crystar Flex is a moderate-priced Japanese TLR using a geared coupling between the focusing and taking lenses. It was the first camera made by the Crystar Optical Company, in about 1953.[1] The original model has a simple printed name plate, and no sportsfinder in its viewing hood. Its shutter speed range is 1/10-1/200 second.

The slightly improved Crystar Flex IIA followed in 1954. This has a more substantial molded name plate, and a viewing hood with sportsfinder openings. Its shutter gained slow speeds to 1 second, missing on the earlier version. The shutter carried an ASA style sync post on its side (different from the front panel PC socket of the Crystar 25 AII).


Notes

  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). p231.


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