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| − | + | The '''Toyocaflex''' are Japanese 6×6 TLR cameras produced by [[Tougodo]] from early 1955. They are based on a [[Rolleicord]] and by consequence very similar to other Rolleicord-copy cameras, like the [[Yashica 6×6 TLR (crank advance)|Yashica-D]], [[Starflex]] and the [[Skyflex]]. So similar in fact, that the Starflex,<REF>McKeown's Priceguide to antique and classic cameras 1997/1998 p 403</ref> Skyflex<REF> http://photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=00IHsW </REF> and Toyocaflex are considered to be rebadged versions of the same camera. | |
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Revision as of 16:49, 9 November 2007
The Toyocaflex are Japanese 6×6 TLR cameras produced by Tougodo from early 1955. They are based on a Rolleicord and by consequence very similar to other Rolleicord-copy cameras, like the Yashica-D, Starflex and the Skyflex. So similar in fact, that the Starflex,[1] Skyflex[2] and Toyocaflex are considered to be rebadged versions of the same camera.
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Versions and operation
There seem to be at least two versions of this camera. The earlier one didn't have a bayonet mount. The later one accepts bay I filters and accessories (like sun shades). Both have Tri-Lausar 8cm/3,5 lenses for both the taking and viewing lens. Tri-Lausars are (would you have guessed?) three element lenses made by Tomioka. They do not enjoy a great reputation on the web[3]. There is a focusing knob on the right side of the camera. The distance scale is in feet only. This gives us a hint for which market it was intended. Opposite the distance scale is a depth-of-field table. On that same right side is an winding knob that also advances a mechanical frame counter. The shutter is cocked by a lever at a 10 o'clock position[4].
Speeds and aperture
Speeds and aperture are set by levers. Speeds range from B, 1-1/300s on an unmarked shutter. Apertures can be set from F/3,5 to 22.
Notes
- ↑ McKeown's Priceguide to antique and classic cameras 1997/1998 p 403
- ↑ http://photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=00IHsW
- ↑ 1. http://www.williamsphotographic.com/yashica.html, 2. http://medfmt.8k.com/mf/yashicaa.html. Most of the arguments given however, seem to come down to a similarity in sound (in English) between Tri-Lausar and lousy. Photographically not very convincing.
- ↑ On the later version. On the earlier version, the shutter is set by lever under the taking lens
Bibliography
- Asahi Camera (アサヒカメラ) editorial staff. Shōwa 10–40nen kōkoku ni miru kokusan kamera no rekishi (昭和10–40年広告にみる国産カメラの歴史, Japanese camera history as seen in advertisements, 1935–1965). Tokyo: Asahi Shinbunsha, 1994. ISBN 4-02-330312-7. Items 627–8 and 1389–91. (See also the advertisements for items 629–30
- Lewis, Gordon, ed. The History of the Japanese Camera. Rochester, N.Y.: George Eastman House, International Museum of Photography & Film, 1991. ISBN 0-935398-17-1 (paper), 0-935398-16-3 (hard). P.88 (brief mention only, spelled "Toyokaflex I" by mistake).
- 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.932.
- Sugiyama, Kōichi (杉山浩一); Naoi, Hiroaki (直井浩明); Bullock, John R. The Collector's Guide to Japanese Cameras. 国産カメラ図鑑 (Kokusan kamera zukan). Tokyo: Asahi Sonorama, 1985. ISBN 4-257-03187-5. Items 2269–72.
- Watakushi no ni-gan-refu kamera-ten (私の二眼レフカメラ展, Exhibition of twin lens reflex cameras). Tokyo: JCII Camera Museum, 1992. (Exhibition catalogue, no ISBN number.) P. 31.
Links
General links
In English:
- Tougodo TLR cameras at Barry Toogood's tlr-cameras.com
In French:
- Toyocaflex in Lionel's 35mm-compact.com
- Toyocaflex in a comparison of various TLRs, at Pierre Dirapon's website
In Japanese:
- Toyocaflex IB at Doraku Oyaji no Kamera Koheya
- Toyocaflex II at Otowa no nigan-refu
- Toyocaflex IIB and Toyocaflex TL-I at Japan Family Camera
- Toyocaflex IIB at Aya's Camera
- Toyocaflex in a post at Kan's Memo
In Chinese:
Repair notes
- Skyflex/Toyocaflex shutter repair in a post at photo.net
