Leotax F
35mm MF film rangefinder camera • Discontinued • Collectible
- Announced:
- · 1954
- Production type:
- · Small-batch production
- Availability:
- ● Sold out
- Country of design:
- · Japan
- System:
- · Leotax (1938)
Specification
| Format: | |
| 35mm full frame | |
Film type: | 135 cartridge-loaded film |
| Leica screw mount [28.8mm] | |
| Shutter: | |
Type: | Focal-plane |
Model: | Mechanical |
Speeds: | 1 - 1/1000 + B, T |
| Exposure: | |
Exposure metering: | None |
Exposure modes: | Manual |
| Rangefinder and Viewfinder: | |
Rangefinder: | Built-in |
Viewfinder: | Built-in |
Bright-line frames: | - |
Parallax compensation: | - |
| Physical characteristics: | |
Weight: | <No data> |
Dimensions: | <No data> |
Manufacturer description #1
Embodying completely new styling, the LEOTAX Model F is a precision-built 35mm camera which is both beautiful and eminently practical.
The high power and efficiency which characterizes this camera will give full satisfaction, while its ability to surmount all photographic problems makes it a favorite with camera fans.
The body is made of light, diecast metal and is covered with genuine black leather. All exterior metal parts feature a satin finish.
This attractive combination of black and silver, combined with the well-proportioned design, gives the camera a particularly smart appearance.
MODEL F FEATURES:
PICTURE SIZE: 24mm x 36mm (approximately 1" x 1 1/2").
EXPOSURES: 36exp.
LENS: Topcor 1:3.5 50mm or Topcor 1:1.5 50mm.
SHUTTER: Focal plane shutter with 15 speeds, ranging from T, B, 1, 1/2 - 1/1000 sec.
Range-Finder combined with View-Finder and coupled to the lens.
Automatic Double-Exposure Prevention Device. (In order to make deliberate double exposures, shutter dial must be wound anticlockwise until it stops).
Automatic Film-Winding and Shutter-Setting Device.
Built-in Flash Synchronizer (X-F type) with Synchro-Change Lever on left side of camera face.
Automatic Exposure Counter.
Sensitivity Rating Indicator (ASA) built-in to Shutter Setting and Film Winding Knob.
Red Mark on Distance Scale for infra-red photography. Focus Depth Scale.
All the above features are methodically arranged in the most compact and efficient grouping.
Interchangeable Lenses
The LEOTAX Model F features "Topcor" lenses, produced by Tokyo Optical Company, Ltd., one of the oldest and most advanced optical instrument manufacturers in Japan.
Manufacturer description #2
Leotax 35mm with the new f:2 rare-earth 6-element 50mm lens - the TOPCOR-S*
LEOTAX MODEL F
- Shutter: focal plane with 15 speeds ranging from 1 to 1/1000th sec. plus T and B
- Rangefinder: combined with brilliant viewfinder, coupled to interchangeable lenses
- Automatic Double-Exposure Prevention Device (permits intentional double exposures when desired)
- Automatic Film Winding and Shutter Setting Device
- Built-in Flash Synchronizer (F-X type)
- Automatic Exposure Guide
(Accessories: interchangeable lenses, matching viewfinders, filters, sunshades.)
* TOPCOR-S Interchangeable Lenses...
New modification of famous rare-earth glass - image curvature and flare reduced 30% for the most lifelike pictures you've ever taken! And no "washed-out" grays even in the beyond focus zones of your pictures!
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