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| − | {{ | + | '''Rifax''' is the name given to a series of self-erecting folders made by [[Beier]] in the 1930's. There are 6x6 and 6x9 image format models. |
| + | All take [[120 film|type 120 rollfilm]]. Focusing is done by moving the whole lensboard by means of a lever on the bed front. | ||
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| + | == Rifax (6x6) == | ||
| + | {{Flickr_image | ||
| + | |image_source= http://www.flickr.com/photos/29504544@N08/48440526756/in/pool-camerawiki/ | ||
| + | |image= https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48440526756_447a055ea5_n.jpg | ||
| + | |image_align= right | ||
| + | |image_text= Beier Rifax 6x6.<br> | ||
| + | |scan_by= Hans Kerensky | ||
| + | |image_rights= with permission | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | ===Specifications=== | ||
| + | * Production start : c.1936 | ||
| + | * Format : 12 images 6 x 6 cm or (with mask) 16 images 4.5x6 cm on [[120]] type [[rollfilm]] | ||
| + | * Known Lens/Shutter combinations : <br/>[[Rodenstock]] [[Trinar]] 3.5/7.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter <br/>[[Schneider]] Xenar 3.5/7.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter <br/>[[Rodenstock]] [[Trinar]] 2.9/7.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter <br/>[[Schneider]] Xenar 2.8/7.5 cm lens in a [[Compur-Rapid]] shutter | ||
| + | * Filter Sizes : ? | ||
| + | * Double exposure prevention : ? | ||
| + | * Color Finish : Black with chrome ornaments | ||
| + | * Color Leatherette : Black | ||
| + | * Dimensions WxHxD: ??x??x?? mm (when folded) | ||
| + | * Weight: ??? grams | ||
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| + | {{br}} | ||
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| + | == Rifax E (6x6) == | ||
| + | ===Specifications=== | ||
| + | <i>Only differences with Rifax (6x6) shown.</i> | ||
| + | * Production start : c.1937 | ||
| + | * Coupled rangefinder | ||
| + | {{br}} | ||
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| + | == Rifax (6x9) == | ||
| + | ===Specifications=== | ||
| + | * Production start : c.1936 | ||
| + | * Format : 8 images 6 x 9 cm or (with mask) 16 images 4.5x6 cm on [[120]] type [[rollfilm]] | ||
| + | * Known Lens/Shutter combinations : <br/>[[Rodenstock]] [[Trinar]] 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter <br/>[[Schneider]] Xenar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter <br/>[[Leitz]] Elmar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a [[Compur]] shutter<ref>[https://www.leitz-auction.com/en/Beier-Rifax-6x9cm-with-Elmar-4.5-10.5cm/AI-20220121-1128-41704 6x9 Rifax with f/4.5 Elmar], offered for sale at the [https://www.leitz-auction.com/en/Cameras/Past-Auctions/Auction-42/ 42nd Leitz Photographica Auction], in September 2023.</ref> <br/>[[Rodenstock]] [[Trinar]] 3.9/10.5 cm lens in a [[Prontor II]] or [[Compur]] shutter | ||
| + | * Filter Sizes : ? | ||
| + | * Double exposure prevention : ? | ||
| + | * Color Finish : Black with chrome ornaments | ||
| + | * Color Leatherette : Black | ||
| + | * Dimensions WxHxD: ??x??x?? mm (when folded) | ||
| + | * Weight: ??? grams | ||
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| + | {{br}} | ||
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| + | == Rifax E (6x9) == | ||
| + | {{Flickr_image | ||
| + | |image_source= http://www.flickr.com/photos/29504544@N08/48444803781/in/pool-camerawiki/ | ||
| + | |image= https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48444803781_cf1c5b4279_n.jpg | ||
| + | |image_align= right | ||
| + | |image_text= Beier Rifax E 6x9.<br> | ||
| + | |scan_by= Hans Kerensky | ||
| + | |image_rights= with permission | ||
| + | }} | ||
| + | ===Specifications=== | ||
| + | <i>Only differences with Rifax (6x9) shown.</i> | ||
| + | * Production start : c.1937 | ||
| + | * Coupled rangefinder | ||
| + | * Weight: c.750 grams (according to catalog) | ||
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| + | {{br}} | ||
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{{Flickr_image | {{Flickr_image | ||
|image_source= http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8056410726_3a6c38002f_s.jpg | |image_source= http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8056410726_3a6c38002f_s.jpg | ||
|image= http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8056410726_3a6c38002f.jpg | |image= http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8038/8056410726_3a6c38002f.jpg | ||
|image_align= right | |image_align= right | ||
| − | |image_text= | + | |image_text= Rifax rangefinder advertisment in a 1939 issue of Camera Craft <br> |
| − | | | + | |scan_by= Nesster |
|image_rights= commercial | |image_rights= commercial | ||
| − | }}{{ | + | }} |
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| + | == Bibliography == | ||
| + | * Dr.Höhn & Co. Düsseldorf (D), Alles für Photo, Dealers catalog 1938, pages 58 and 62. | ||
| + | * {{McKeown12}} Page 120. | ||
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | <references/> | ||
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| + | == Links == | ||
| + | In German : | ||
| + | * Pages on [http://www.beier-kamera.de/index.html Beier-kamera.de by Thomas Knorre] | ||
| + | ** [http://www.beier-kamera.de/html/rifax_1.html Rifax E 6x6 (rangefinder) c.1938] | ||
| + | ** [http://www.beier-kamera.de/html/rifax1.html Rifax 1 6x9 c.1935 with rounded body] | ||
| + | ** [http://www.beier-kamera.de/html/rifax_unbezeichnet.html Rifax 1 6x9 c.1935 with Laak Pololyt 1:3,9 F= 10cm lens] | ||
[[Category:German 6x6 rangefinder folding]] | [[Category:German 6x6 rangefinder folding]] | ||
| + | [[Category:German 6x9 rangefinder folding]] | ||
[[Category:Beier]] | [[Category:Beier]] | ||
| + | [[Category:R]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:48, 6 January 2024
Rifax is the name given to a series of self-erecting folders made by Beier in the 1930's. There are 6x6 and 6x9 image format models. All take type 120 rollfilm. Focusing is done by moving the whole lensboard by means of a lever on the bed front.
Contents
Rifax (6x6)
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| Beier Rifax 6x6. scanned by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
Specifications
- Production start : c.1936
- Format : 12 images 6 x 6 cm or (with mask) 16 images 4.5x6 cm on 120 type rollfilm
- Known Lens/Shutter combinations :
Rodenstock Trinar 3.5/7.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter
Schneider Xenar 3.5/7.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter
Rodenstock Trinar 2.9/7.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter
Schneider Xenar 2.8/7.5 cm lens in a Compur-Rapid shutter - Filter Sizes : ?
- Double exposure prevention : ?
- Color Finish : Black with chrome ornaments
- Color Leatherette : Black
- Dimensions WxHxD: ??x??x?? mm (when folded)
- Weight: ??? grams
Rifax E (6x6)
Specifications
Only differences with Rifax (6x6) shown.
- Production start : c.1937
- Coupled rangefinder
Rifax (6x9)
Specifications
- Production start : c.1936
- Format : 8 images 6 x 9 cm or (with mask) 16 images 4.5x6 cm on 120 type rollfilm
- Known Lens/Shutter combinations :
Rodenstock Trinar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter
Schneider Xenar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter
Leitz Elmar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a Compur shutter[1]
Rodenstock Trinar 3.9/10.5 cm lens in a Prontor II or Compur shutter - Filter Sizes : ?
- Double exposure prevention : ?
- Color Finish : Black with chrome ornaments
- Color Leatherette : Black
- Dimensions WxHxD: ??x??x?? mm (when folded)
- Weight: ??? grams
Rifax E (6x9)
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| Beier Rifax E 6x9. scanned by Hans Kerensky (Image rights) |
Specifications
Only differences with Rifax (6x9) shown.
- Production start : c.1937
- Coupled rangefinder
- Weight: c.750 grams (according to catalog)
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| Rifax rangefinder advertisment in a 1939 issue of Camera Craft scanned by Nesster (Image rights) |
Bibliography
- Dr.Höhn & Co. Düsseldorf (D), Alles für Photo, Dealers catalog 1938, pages 58 and 62.
- 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 120.
Notes
- ↑ 6x9 Rifax with f/4.5 Elmar, offered for sale at the 42nd Leitz Photographica Auction, in September 2023.
Links
In German :
