Difference between revisions of "Minox 35 PL"

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* '''Image Format''' 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
 
* '''Image Format''' 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
 
* '''Lens''' Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (propriety filters simply push on).
 
* '''Lens''' Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (propriety filters simply push on).
* '''Diaphragm''' Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16
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* '''Diaphragm''' Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16. 'A' setting on aperture ring for automatic exposure.
 
* '''Focusing''' Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
 
* '''Focusing''' Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
* '''Shutter''' mechanical central type shutter with 3 blades, between the lenses.
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* '''Shutter Speeds''' 1/500 second, longest speed depndent on film ISO, e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO.
* '''Shutter Speeds''' 1/500 second, longest speed depndent on film ISO, e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO  
 
 
* '''Viewfinder''' Direct finder with slow speed warning light.
 
* '''Viewfinder''' Direct finder with slow speed warning light.
 
* '''Film Loading''' Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
 
* '''Film Loading''' Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
* '''Film Transport''' manual, with knob, release butt
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* '''Film Transport''' Manual, dual stroke lever.
 
* '''Flash Contact''' Hot shoe, X synchronised, automatic time switching to 1/90 second.
 
* '''Flash Contact''' Hot shoe, X synchronised, automatic time switching to 1/90 second.
 
* '''Tripod Socket''' 1/4 in.
 
* '''Tripod Socket''' 1/4 in.

Revision as of 22:32, 26 September 2007

Background Information

The Minox 35 PL continued Minox's successful range of 35mm compact cameras, reputedly the smallest full-frame 35mm cameras ever made. The lens retracts into the camera body when closed, fully opening the cover activates the battery.

Specifications

  • Type 35mm compact camera
  • Size 100 mm x 61 mm x 31 mm (W x H x D)
  • Weight 200 grams (with battery)
  • Image Format 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
  • Lens Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (propriety filters simply push on).
  • Diaphragm Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16. 'A' setting on aperture ring for automatic exposure.
  • Focusing Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
  • Shutter Speeds 1/500 second, longest speed depndent on film ISO, e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO.
  • Viewfinder Direct finder with slow speed warning light.
  • Film Loading Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
  • Film Transport Manual, dual stroke lever.
  • Flash Contact Hot shoe, X synchronised, automatic time switching to 1/90 second.
  • Tripod Socket 1/4 in.