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''See also the earlier East German [[Exakta 6×6 (horizontal)|horizontal Exakta 6×6]] and [[Exakta 66 (vertical)|vertical Exakta 66]].'' | ''See also the earlier East German [[Exakta 6×6 (horizontal)|horizontal Exakta 6×6]] and [[Exakta 66 (vertical)|vertical Exakta 66]].'' | ||
| − | The '''Exakta 66''' is an [[SLR]] camera taking 6×6cm pictures on [[120 film|120]] or [[220 film|220]] film. It employs the same lens mount introduced on the [[Praktisix]], one of the last models to do so. Its black body and bold logo updated a design still largely based on the [[Pentacon Six]]. The new design was by Münich design firm [[Schlagheck & Schultes]], and was said to represent a "macho "rancher"-style camera that dooesn't need to be treated too politely"<REF>Popular Photography, October 1984 p. 141</REF>. This was also reflected in the advertising of the camera, stating that it was made "For heaven and hell and all things between. Six by six for men". It was announced by the West German [[Ihagee|Ihagee Kamerawerk]] (Ihagee West) at the 1984 [[Photokina]], and sold from 1986.<REF> {{MK}}, p.439. </REF> | + | The '''Exakta 66''' is an [[SLR]] camera taking 6×6cm pictures on [[120 film|120]] or [[220 film|220]] film. It employs the same lens mount introduced on the [[Praktisix]], one of the last models to do so. Its black body and bold logo updated a design still largely based on the [[Pentacon Six]]. The new design was by Münich design firm [[Schlagheck & Schultes]], known for designing several [[Agfa]] cameras, and was said to represent a "macho "rancher"-style camera that dooesn't need to be treated too politely"<REF>Popular Photography, October 1984 p. 141</REF>. This was also reflected in the advertising of the camera, stating that it was made "For heaven and hell and all things between. Six by six for men". It was announced by the West German [[Ihagee|Ihagee Kamerawerk]] (Ihagee West) at the 1984 [[Photokina]], and sold from 1986.<REF> {{MK}}, p.439. </REF> |
The original version was followed by a model II; then in 1996 a model III offering mirror lockup. These were marked as "Mod 2" or "Mod 3" in the center of the advance lever. | The original version was followed by a model II; then in 1996 a model III offering mirror lockup. These were marked as "Mod 2" or "Mod 3" in the center of the advance lever. | ||
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| Exakta 66 with waist-level viewfinder image by Michael Wagenhäuser (Image rights) |
See also the earlier East German horizontal Exakta 6×6 and vertical Exakta 66.
The Exakta 66 is an SLR camera taking 6×6cm pictures on 120 or 220 film. It employs the same lens mount introduced on the Praktisix, one of the last models to do so. Its black body and bold logo updated a design still largely based on the Pentacon Six. The new design was by Münich design firm Schlagheck & Schultes, known for designing several Agfa cameras, and was said to represent a "macho "rancher"-style camera that dooesn't need to be treated too politely"[1]. This was also reflected in the advertising of the camera, stating that it was made "For heaven and hell and all things between. Six by six for men". It was announced by the West German Ihagee Kamerawerk (Ihagee West) at the 1984 Photokina, and sold from 1986.[2]
The original version was followed by a model II; then in 1996 a model III offering mirror lockup. These were marked as "Mod 2" or "Mod 3" in the center of the advance lever.
Notes
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). P.439.
Links
In English:
- Instruction manual for the Exakta 66 (1984?) on Mike Butkus' site
- Other P6-mount cameras at pentaconsix.com
In French:
| Praktisix and Pentacon Six lens mount | ||
|---|---|---|
| Germany | | | Ukraine |
| Exakta 66 | Pentacon Six | Praktisix | | | Kiev 6C | Kiev 60 | Kiev 88СМ | Arax |
