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''There is also the 1955 [[Pentaflex (Tokiwa Seiki)|Pentaflex]] SLR by Tokiwa Seiki.'' | ''There is also the 1955 [[Pentaflex (Tokiwa Seiki)|Pentaflex]] SLR by Tokiwa Seiki.'' | ||
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− | The '''Pentaflex SL''' is a [[35mm film]] [[SLR]] camera by [[KW]] | + | The '''Pentaflex SL''' is a [[35mm film]] [[SLR]] camera introduced by [[KW]] in 1967. It uses an [[M42]] lens mount. |
− | It is a fully mechanical camera requiring no batteries. It has a cloth | + | It is a fully mechanical camera requiring no batteries. It has a cloth shutter with speeds of 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250 and 1/500 plus a [[bulb mode]]. The [[shutter release]] is located on the front of the body and is compatible with common [[cable release]]s. A locking feature on the collar prevents accidental exposure during transport. McKeown says this camera is the same as the [[Praktica Nova]].<ref>{{McKeown12}} Page 584.</ref> |
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Latest revision as of 12:41, 19 September 2022
There is also the 1955 Pentaflex SLR by Tokiwa Seiki.
Pentaflex SL image by Jaap Schelvis (Image rights) |
The Pentaflex SL is a 35mm film SLR camera introduced by KW in 1967. It uses an M42 lens mount.
It is a fully mechanical camera requiring no batteries. It has a cloth shutter with speeds of 1/30, 1/60, 1/125, 1/250 and 1/500 plus a bulb mode. The shutter release is located on the front of the body and is compatible with common cable releases. A locking feature on the collar prevents accidental exposure during transport. McKeown says this camera is the same as the Praktica Nova.[1]
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). Page 584.