Difference between revisions of "Fodor C-35"
Hanskerensky (talk | contribs) (Meikai HC35 reference added) |
Hanskerensky (talk | contribs) |
||
| Line 15: | Line 15: | ||
In many respects similar to other [[Tougodo]] cameras like the [[Meikai C35C]], [[Meikai EL]] and [[Meikai ELX]]. Big difference is the film transport. The Fodor has a thumbwheel on the back while the others have a transport key on top. It is extremely similar to the [[Meikai HC35]]. | In many respects similar to other [[Tougodo]] cameras like the [[Meikai C35C]], [[Meikai EL]] and [[Meikai ELX]]. Big difference is the film transport. The Fodor has a thumbwheel on the back while the others have a transport key on top. It is extremely similar to the [[Meikai HC35]]. | ||
| − | Very unusual (so long after ww2) is the notation of focal length in cm rather than mm. | + | </br>Very unusual (so long after ww2) is the notation of focal length in cm rather than mm. |
There is also a later type. An all black model and with a New Fodor Lens f=50mm | There is also a later type. An all black model and with a New Fodor Lens f=50mm | ||
Revision as of 14:13, 13 July 2020
|
| Fodor C-35 image by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
The Fodor C-35 is a Japanese 35mm viewfinder camera made by Tougodo (unconfirmed) for the Dutch importer Fodor. Produced probably sometime between c1963 and 1972.
Fodor Lens f=5cm is fixed focus, probably meniscus type. Diaphragm ring setting with 3 symbols, linear though without any steps. 2 (unknown) shutter speeds.
In many respects similar to other Tougodo cameras like the Meikai C35C, Meikai EL and Meikai ELX. Big difference is the film transport. The Fodor has a thumbwheel on the back while the others have a transport key on top. It is extremely similar to the Meikai HC35.
Very unusual (so long after ww2) is the notation of focal length in cm rather than mm.
There is also a later type. An all black model and with a New Fodor Lens f=50mm
|
| Fodor c35, black model image by crazyglinc (Image rights) |
