During the Apollo 11 mission, Magazine O was used in the command module during the trans-lunar voyage and during lunar orbit. The black and white photographs captured on this magazine include images of Earth as the crew travelled towards the Moon as well as numerous images of craters on the lunar surface. Hasselblad cameras and magazines, selected for their reliability and high quality, were used on all lunar missions. The magazines were easily switched out at any time, allowing crew members to change between color and black and white film at a moment's notice.
NASA transferred this film magazine 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
Sweden
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
Hasselblad
Dimensions
Overall: 9.53 x 8.57 x 8.57cm (3 3/4in. x 3 3/8in. x 3 3/8in.)
Materials
Anodized Aluminum
Steel
Stainless Steel
Adhesive
Aluminum
Synthetic Fabric
Velcro
Plastic
Paint
Ink
Inventory Number
A19791804000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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