Minox Contax I User manual

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LASSIC C AMERA C ONTAX I
Dimensions just fractionally greater than a
matchbox – this is one of the features of
the new Contax I.A true reproduction of the
original camera, made to the scale of 1:2.5
adds another masterpiece to the MINOX
Classic Camera Collection. Embedded in an
elegant wooden box, this superb replica
makes the design features of the original
miniature camera stand out and by just
holding this brilliant piece of craftsmanship
in your hand you sense the treasures that
are packed inside.
The Contax I uses the MINOX 8x11mm film
and apart from being in full working order
also boasts excellent imaging performance
through the Minoctar lens f/5.6 15mm
(three lens elements in three groups). The
metal body and the many individual details
taken from the original camera are sure to
make the heart of any camera enthusiast
beat faster. The accessories include a flash
unit making this Classic Camera even suit-
able for use in low light conditions.
A CLASSIC NEW EDITION !
The legendary Contax I in MINOX style
Born in Dresden
Zeiss Ikon, which was based in Dresden,
entered a new age of camera design in
1932. The production of their small and
convenient Contax was the first rival to the
Leica, which had dominated the market up
until that time. The original Contax I had
interchangeable lenses and was the first
camera to feature metal leaf-type shutter
curtains. Between 1932 and 1938 there
were 7 different versions and there was a
production of over 36,000 cameras in all.
Original Contax I

Two cameras which went down in
history –Contax I and the MINOX
miniature camera
The legendary MINOX spy camera was also
designed during the thirties, by Walter Zapp
in Riga. It was from here the camera started
its triumphant worldwide success. Since
then, MINOX has been known as the expert
in the field of miniaturization.The new Clas-
sic Camera Contax I is the result of synergy
effects coming from the long-standing tra-
dition of both world famous German brands,
Contax und MINOX and it is the new classic
edition we have long been waiting for.
Dr.h.c. Walter Zapp,
the inventor of Minox
at his office
• Film format 8 x 11 mm
• MINOCTAR 1:5.6 / 15 mm
(3 elements in 3 groups)
• Depth of field: 1.2 m to infinity
• Exposure time: 1/ 250 s
• Dimensions: 63 x 40 x 45 mm
• Weight: 99 g (without film)
• Metal casing
• Includes wooden box and
MINOX 8 x 11 mm film
Order Number: 60504
Accessories:
• Leather strap
Order Number: 68170
• Lens cover
Order Number: 64412
• Leather ever-ready case
Order Number: 64203
Flash unit :
• Guide number: 7 (ISO 100)
• Dimensions: 105 x 118 x 62 mm
• Weight: 80 g (without battery)
Order Number: 69125
MINOX Classic Camera Contax If
with flash (option)
MINOX MINOCOLOR 8 x11 Film
Films and development are available
at any foto shop or by mailorder.
Contact and information: http://www.minox.com
T ECHNICAL D ATA
MINOX Classic Camera Contax I (M 1:1)
Layout: Heussinger Grafik Design, Solms / Photography: Binhack Studios, Solms
Lens cover
MINOX GmbH
Walter-Zapp-Str. 4
D-35578 Wetzlar, Germany
Tel.: [phone] / 917-0
Fax: [phone] / 917-612
e-mail: [e-mail]
http:// www.minox.com
Design, features, supply and price
are subject to change.
Product information order no:
99219 (d) / 99220 (e)