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There are two documented, and two undocumented versions of the '''Fodorflex'''. | There are two documented, and two undocumented versions of the '''Fodorflex'''. | ||
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*Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300, M- and X- Flash synchronisation + self-timer. | *Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300, M- and X- Flash synchronisation + self-timer. | ||
| − | A second Fodorflex is mentioned in McKeown, and speculated to be related to Sanwa Photographic's [[Manonflex_and_Mananflex|Mananflex]], but there is no mention of the Fodorflex Model II, examples of which are known to exist. The '''Fodorflex II''' was made by the Tokyo Optical Company and has the following specifications: | + | |
| + | A second Fodorflex is mentioned in McKeown, and speculated to be related to Sanwa Photographic's [[Manonflex_and_Mananflex|Mananflex]], but there is no mention of the Fodorflex Model II, examples of which are known to exist. | ||
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| + | The '''Fodorflex II''' was made by the [[Tōkyō_Kōgaku|Tokyo Optical Company]] and has the following specifications: | ||
*Taking Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC (Tokyo Optical Company). | *Taking Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC (Tokyo Optical Company). | ||
*Viewing Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC. | *Viewing Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC. | ||
*Shutter: Rectus TOC (unknown specifications). | *Shutter: Rectus TOC (unknown specifications). | ||
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| + | This model has a striking similarity to the TOC made Primoflex 4A <ref>This model can be seen at [http://www.tlr66.com/pqrst/primoflex4a.php www.tlr66.com] and compared to the Fodorflex II image to be found on Barry Toogood's website.</ref>. | ||
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A fourth 6x6 TLR model, the '''Fodor B''', is attributed to Taiyōdō by Barry Toogood, but no supporting information or details have been offered by Barry (and it is not as rare as he suggests). It appears to be a rebadge of the uncommon [[Beautycord]] S variation. The specifications are - | A fourth 6x6 TLR model, the '''Fodor B''', is attributed to Taiyōdō by Barry Toogood, but no supporting information or details have been offered by Barry (and it is not as rare as he suggests). It appears to be a rebadge of the uncommon [[Beautycord]] S variation. The specifications are - | ||
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*Viewing Lens: Tri-[[Lausar]] | *Viewing Lens: Tri-[[Lausar]] | ||
*Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300 + self-timer. | *Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300 + self-timer. | ||
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== Bibliography == | == Bibliography == | ||
* {{McKeown12}} P.297. | * {{McKeown12}} P.297. | ||
* The Fodorflex is not listed in {{SUG}}. | * The Fodorflex is not listed in {{SUG}}. | ||
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== Links == | == Links == | ||
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* [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Fodorflex.html The TKK Fodorflex], [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Tokyo%20Kogaku%20Fodorflex%20II.html TOC Fodorflex II]) and [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Fodor-B%20(2).JPG Fodor B] at Barry Toogood's [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/ tlr-cameras.com] | * [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Fodorflex.html The TKK Fodorflex], [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Tokyo%20Kogaku%20Fodorflex%20II.html TOC Fodorflex II]) and [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/Japanese/slides/Fodor-B%20(2).JPG Fodor B] at Barry Toogood's [http://www.tlr-cameras.com/ tlr-cameras.com] | ||
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20060508225955/http://medfmt.8k.com/mf/fodorflex.html TKK Fodorflex] at Robert Monaghan's [https://web.archive.org/web/20060508215911/http://medfmt.8k.com/ Medium Format Photgraphy] website (medfmt.8k.com: archived copy at the [https://archive.org/index.php Internet Archive], 8 May 2006). | * [https://web.archive.org/web/20060508225955/http://medfmt.8k.com/mf/fodorflex.html TKK Fodorflex] at Robert Monaghan's [https://web.archive.org/web/20060508215911/http://medfmt.8k.com/ Medium Format Photgraphy] website (medfmt.8k.com: archived copy at the [https://archive.org/index.php Internet Archive], 8 May 2006). | ||
| + | * A comprehensive illustrated guide to [https://heyjohnbear.wixsite.com/taiyodo/beautyflexes Beautyflex] models and derivatives at [https://heyjohnbear.wixsite.com/taiyodo Taiyodo Koki & the Beauty Camera Company] | ||
In Dutch: | In Dutch: | ||
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20050221114810/http://members.chello.nl/jdaelman/fodor.htm TKK Fodorflex] in [https://web.archive.org/web/20160507062737/http://members.chello.nl/jdaelman/ Jo Daelmans' website] (archived) | * [https://web.archive.org/web/20050221114810/http://members.chello.nl/jdaelman/fodor.htm TKK Fodorflex] in [https://web.archive.org/web/20160507062737/http://members.chello.nl/jdaelman/ Jo Daelmans' website] (archived) | ||
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| + | {{Japanese postwar 6×6 TLR (A–L)}} | ||
[[Category: Japanese 6x6 TLR]] | [[Category: Japanese 6x6 TLR]] | ||
[[Category: F]] | [[Category: F]] | ||
[[Category:120 film]] | [[Category:120 film]] | ||
Latest revision as of 13:26, 4 April 2024
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There are two documented, and two undocumented versions of the Fodorflex.
One was a rebadged Beautyflex D and was made for the Dutch distributor Fodor by Taiyōdō. It's origins are very clear, because the shutter is marked "Taiyōdō Koki Co Ltd". This model has the following specifications:
- Taking Lens: 80mm f/3.5 Biokor.
- Viewing Lens: Tri-Lausar
- Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300, M- and X- Flash synchronisation + self-timer.
A second Fodorflex is mentioned in McKeown, and speculated to be related to Sanwa Photographic's Mananflex, but there is no mention of the Fodorflex Model II, examples of which are known to exist.
The Fodorflex II was made by the Tokyo Optical Company and has the following specifications:
- Taking Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC (Tokyo Optical Company).
- Viewing Lens: 75mm f/3.5 TOC.
- Shutter: Rectus TOC (unknown specifications).
This model has a striking similarity to the TOC made Primoflex 4A [1].
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| Fodorflex II image by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
A fourth 6x6 TLR model, the Fodor B, is attributed to Taiyōdō by Barry Toogood, but no supporting information or details have been offered by Barry (and it is not as rare as he suggests). It appears to be a rebadge of the uncommon Beautycord S variation. The specifications are -
- Taking Lens: 80mm f/3.5 Tri-Lusar.
- Viewing Lens: Tri-Lausar
- Shutter: unknown 1 to 1/300 + self-timer.
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.297.
- The Fodorflex is not listed in Sugiyama.
Notes
- ↑ This model can be seen at www.tlr66.com and compared to the Fodorflex II image to be found on Barry Toogood's website.
Links
In English:
- The TKK Fodorflex, TOC Fodorflex II) and Fodor B at Barry Toogood's tlr-cameras.com
- TKK Fodorflex at Robert Monaghan's Medium Format Photgraphy website (medfmt.8k.com: archived copy at the Internet Archive, 8 May 2006).
- A comprehensive illustrated guide to Beautyflex models and derivatives at Taiyodo Koki & the Beauty Camera Company
In Dutch:
- TKK Fodorflex in Jo Daelmans' website (archived)
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