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This 8X zoom lens was used with a Canon 8mm video camera on Space Shuttle flights in the 1990s. Astronauts could use several interchangeable lenses for different photography tasks, such as capturing video of Earth through the windows, filming crew activities, and documenting any technical problems inside the vehicle. The lenses and camera body both contained computers that "talked" to each other to ensure proper exposure.

NASA transferred various cameras and lenses to the Museum when they were no longer needed for missions in space, this one in 2005.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Object Details
Country of Origin Japan Type EQUIPMENT-Photographic Manufacturer Canon Camera
 Dimensions Overall: 5 3/4 x 2 3/4in. (14.61 x 6.99cm)
 Materials Aluminum, glass, plastic, velcro
 Inventory Number A20060438000 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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