Voran

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 squared corners. All take type 120 rollfilm. Focusing is done by turning the front lens. "Voran" is the German word for "ahead" or "forward".

Voran (early)

Specifications

• Production start : c.1935
• Format : 8 images 6 x 9 cm on 120 type rollfilm
• Known Lens/Shutter combinations :
  Steinheil Actinar 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a Pronto shutter
  Meyer Trioplan 4.5/10.5 cm lens in a Pronto shutter
• Filter Sizes : ?
• Double exposure prevention : ?
• Color Finish : Black with chrome ornaments
• Color Leatherette : Black
• Dimensions WxHxD: ??x??x?? mm (when folded)
• Weight: ??? grams

Voran 1 (late)

Voran 1 image by Jörg Krüger (Image rights)

Specifications

• Production start : c.1937
• 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 Compur shutter
  Rodenstock Trinar 3.8/10.5 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

Ads

Beier Voran advertisement 1938 image by Hans Kerensky (Image rights)

Bibliography

• Dr.Höhn & Co. Düsseldorf (D), Alles für Photo, Dealers catalog 1938, pages 58.
• 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

• Beier Voran thread at the Photo.net Forums

In German :

• Pages on Beier-kamera.de by Thomas Knorre
  • Voran from c.1935
  • Voran1 from c.1937