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The original Ricoh Auto Half was made in Japan by Ricoh from c.1960-1963[1], with revised versions appearing through the 1970s. Several styling variations are known. All were 35mm half frame cameras, with clockwork motor film advance for 25 to 30 exposures. The 25mm f2.8 3 groups 4 elements lens was surrounded by the selenium cell operating the exposure metering, setting aperture automatically, with manual override option. Shutter speeds were 1/30 sec. (flash sync.) or 1/125 sec. with automatic exposure.
A version of the Auto Half was also sold by GAF as the Ansco Memo II[1].
A Ricoh Auto Half SL with CdS-cell metering appeared in 1970.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 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 830.
Links
- Ricoh half-frame cameras on subclub.com
- User Manual on Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com
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