Voigtlander "AVUS" 9x12cm Medium Format Folding Press Camera 1928-1929 Vintage

Description: Voigtlander "AVUS" 9x12cm Medium Format Folding Press Camera 1928-1929 Vintage Collectible Item specifics: Brand: Voigtländer & Sohn AG Model: AVUS 9 x 12 Body Serial Number: 129329 Lens: Voigtländer Anastigmat “Skopar” f/4.5, 13.5 cm Aperture Range: f/4.5 to f/25 (note: f-stop does not open below f-9) Shutter: Compur Shutter Speeds: 1 to 1/200, Z, D, M, B, T Description: Step back in time with this Voigtlander "AVUS" Medium Format Folding Press Camera, produced between 1928-1929 in Braunschweig, Germany, by Voigtländer & Sohn AG, one of the oldest camera manufacturers in the world. Voigtländer was founded in 1756 and is renowned for its pioneering role in optical innovation, particularly with high-quality lenses. The Anastigmat “Skopar” lens featured in this model exemplifies Voigtländer's reputation for producing lenses with superior clarity and precision, making it a prized brand for professional photographers of the early 20th century. The AVUS series was primarily aimed at professional press photographers who needed durable and reliable cameras for fieldwork. Its medium format (9x12 cm) negative size was ideal for detailed, high-quality prints. The Compur shutter, a staple of early 20th-century professional cameras, complements the Skopar lens, providing accurate exposures across a range of speeds. Historical Significance: Voigtländer cameras and lenses have long been admired by collectors and professional photographers due to their exceptional craftsmanship. The Skopar lens, introduced in the early 1900s, is a four-element lens design, offering sharpness and image quality that competes with other high-end lenses of its era. This camera represents an important piece of photographic history, especially for those interested in German engineering and early professional photography equipment. Condition: This camera is in very good condition for its age, showing minimal wear, a testament to its remarkable condition given its age. . The lens is crystal clear, with no visible scratches, dust, or fungus, and although the f-stop does not open below f-9, it could be an easy fix for those familiar with vintage cameras. All shutter functions appear to work properly, although shutter speeds have not been professionally tested for accuracy. This camera is a great addition to any collection and would make a wonderful gift for a vintage camera enthusiast.PLEASE NOTE: The filters shown in some of the images are no longer available. Click link below for our other camera listings:CAMERASInternational buyers are responsible for knowing their own customs & importation rules with respect to the item(s) being purchased and pay for the customs fees imposed. All invoices will show the full purchase price of the item(s) being shipped. 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Price: 295 USD

Location: New York, New York

End Time: 2024-11-04T03:22:59.000Z

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