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After marketing a series of bakelite cameras for 3×4 cm exposures on 127 film, Detroit electronics manufacturer Detrola decided to "go for broke" by introducing an ambitious 35mm rangefinder camera with interchangeable lenses.
Unfortunately, the 400 was plagued with teething troubles; and of about 800 cameras built, most were returned to the factory[1]. Not long after, Detrola itself fell into bankruptcy in 1941[2].
Notes
- ↑ 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).. Pages 247-248.
- ↑ Lahue, Kalton C. and Bailey, Joseph A. Collecting Vintage Cameras Volume 1: The American 35mm. American Photographic Book Publishing Co., 1972. Page 92
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