Comprehensive Guide for Camera Collectors


Book Description

Illustrated with over 500 color photographs of vintage cameras and many images captured with them, here is a comprehensive book for collectors. It tells the story of photography from the camera obscura to digital imaging, with all the major cameras in-between. Early inventors and photographers are highlighted in a discussion of the evolution of cameras Camera groupings are based on format and function. Collectors will learn how to examine, care for, and test a camera, and will find the current price ranges of classic cameras invaluable. The glossary is a primer for the beginning collector and a refresher for the professional.







Collectors Guide to Rollei Cameras


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A complete guide to all Rollei cameras, this book includes descriptions of models for all Heidoscop, Rolleidoscop, Rolleiflex, Rolleicord, 35mm and 6 x 6cm SLRs, subminis, and compact 35s. By identifying each model and variation, it takes the guesswork out of buying and selling.




The Collector's Guide To Cine Cameras


Book Description

This book takes an in-depth look at the popular world of cine cameras collecting.ÿ In three sections, the book begins with a detailed history, covering the pioneers of the late 19th century through to the demise of the cine camera in the 1980s.ÿ The second section looks at specific cameras and styles, dealing with landmarks and unusual and innovative designs.ÿ The third section comprises a comprehensive directory of manufacturers and the cameras they produced.




Photographica


Book Description

Illustrates and describes over 300 timeless cameras--from early plate cameras to the pocket cameras of today--with dates of production, specifications, and current values. A helpful introduction provides information about the history of photographic technology and important manufacturers, plus tips for the care, repair, and preservation of classic cameras.




Leica Collectors Guide


Book Description

Thoroughly revised, brought up to date, and completely reset with some 60% more pages. The layout has been redesigned to make this edition much easier to use as a work of reference. All the numerous new products introduced since the first edition are included. Two new chapters have been added, one on Leica Digital Cameras and one on Leicina Cine Cameras, and a new section on leather cases. Additional information, corrections and comments from readers all over the world have been incorporated.




The Collector's Guide to Classic Cameras, 1945-1985


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John Wade briefly introduces the collector to the early days of photography that led to the post-war period, then guides the reader through the many different styles, shapes, specifications and advances in technology that make up the era between 1945 and 1985. The result is a well-illustrated and comprehensive book.




Asahi Pentax and Pentax SLR 35mm Cameras


Book Description

The Asahi Optical company rightly claimed that the history of Pentax cameras is the history of the 35mm SLR. More than any other manufacturer, Asahi has been responsible for the 35mm SLR becoming the universal camera for all serious amateurs and many professionals. They pioneered many of the technical advances that make the SLR the near perfect instrument it is today. This story is told by Danilo Cecchi through the many models produced during nearly forty years.




Collecting and Using Classic Slrs


Book Description

Ivor Mantale brings 40 years experience to this book on collecting single-lens reflex cameras, which includes: descriptions and evaluations of the principal makes and models from their earliest forms in the late 19th century to modern versions in the 1980s; instructions on testing and checking for faults; pictures of classic cameras, lenses and equipment, from Adams to Zenit, Graflex to Pentax as well as information on repairers and dealers; and listings of collectors' clubs and groups.




Kodak Cameras


Book Description

An essential book for the Kodak collector by the former curator of the Kodak museum.ÿ 600 cameras listed alphabetically and by type, most illustrated, with technical specification.ÿ Very comprehensive NEW index which will make it more usable for quick reference.