This hand-held camera for low-level reconnaissance has a Schneider-Gottingen Xenon lens. Equipped with special color film, the camera was also used for spotting camouflage. Turning the right handle clockwise winds the film and cocks the shutter, which is finger tripped.
Display Status
This object is on display in Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Country of Origin
Germany
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
Fritz Volk G.m.b.H.
Physical Description
Gray color; lens cone dented; leather strap missing; lens by Schneider-Gottingen #44878; xenon 1:2, f=12.5 cm; some corrosion.
Dimensions
Overall: 5 3/4 x 5in. (14.6 x 12.7cm)
Other (5 3/4 IN): 5 3/4 x 11 x 5in. (14.6 x 27.9 x 12.7cm)
Materials
metal, glass, phenolic, rubber, wood, leather
Inventory Number
A19870352000
Credit Line
Gift of Stuart G. Newman.
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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