A mapping and vertical photography camera that records data directly onto the film (similar to the Fairchild K-8 design). This camera has a Perigon 25 cm lens and a between-the-lens shutter. It is displayed with a suspension mount. The film magazine is missing.
This object is on display in Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Japan
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Konishi-Roku Optical Industry Company
Black; perigon lens, 1:4.5, f-25cm. Lens #3370; elect.oper., canvas jacket, yellow filter; no film magazine
3-D: 30.7 x 40.5cm (12 1/16 x 15 15/16 in.)
A19603010000
Transferred from the U.S. Air Force
National Air and Space Museum
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