Voran
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The Voran is a self-erecting folder made by Beier in Germany. There are 2 models. An early, single format one with rounded corners and a later, dual format one, with more square corners. All take type 120 rollfilm. Focusing is done by turning the front lens.
Contents
Voran (early)
Specifications
- Production start : c.1935
- Format : 8 images 6 x 9 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
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)
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)
Ads
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.
Links
In German :