This 16mm movie camera was used by NASA to document the instrument panel of Mercury spacecraft during testing. Similar cameras filmed the pilot's activities and were also used in testing for Project Gemini missions.
NASA transferred this camera to the Museum in 1970.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
D.B. Milliken
Dimensions
Overall: 10in. x 3 3/4in. x 7 1/4in. (25.4 x 9.53 x 18.42cm)
Materials
Magnesium alloy, Zinc Chromate, paint, steel, aluminum, plastic, brass
Inventory Number
A19790466000
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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