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How do I close my Kodak Junior 620?
Close the Kodak by pressing the bar release 10, page 2, as shown in the illustration at the top of page 20, raise the bed and snap it shut.
What year was the Folding Pocket Kodak?
3A Folding Pocket Kodak was a folding bed camera for making exposures in 3¼×5½ inch postcard format on type No. 122 rollfilm. It was introduced by Kodak in 1903 and made until 1915.
What is an Autographic camera?
This is a folding style camera that, when not extended for use, can be carried in one’s jacket or vest pocket. Kodak advertised this vest pocket camera as “the soldier’s camera” during World War I.
What film does the Kodak vest pocket camera use?
Film for the VPK was the 27th roll film format to be produced and became 127 film. It was a very popular film format for many years; Kodak only stopped producing 127 film in 1995. In 1915, the ‘Autographic’ Vest Pocket Kodak was introduced.
How do you clean an old Kodak camera?
If you’re cleaning an SLR, remove the lens and be careful not to get any water inside the body of the camera. It’s best to carefully clean the reflex mirror with a dry microfibre cloth. DOn’t touch the focusing screen up top with anything, simply use an air blower to blow the dust away.
Who invented the folding pocket Kodak?
Frank Brownell
The Folding Pocket Kodak was a folding camera made by Eastman Kodak Co. Ltd., Rochester, from 1897-98. Frank Brownell was its designer. It took 2 1/4×3 1/4 exposures on Kodak 105 film rolls and had an Achromatic f/11 lens.
When was the Kodak vest pocket camera invented?
April 1912
The Vest Pocket Kodak was introduced in April 1912 and replaced by the Vest Pocket Autographic Kodak in 1915. During this short period 200,000 were produced.
Can I clean my camera with alcohol?
Yes, you can use alcohol to clean a camera lens. I recommend using 99% Isopropyl Alcohol diluted with distilled water at a ratio of 50/50. Some variants of Isopropyl Rubbing alcohol have less than 99% and include other agents that leave sticky residue on your lenses.
Where do I find the serial number on my camera?
The simplest way to find the serial number is to inspect your camera and lenses. It’s almost certainly printed, stamped, or engraved on them. On your camera, you’ll most likely find a small sticker on the bottom near the tripod mount. This displays manufacturing information, as well as the serial number.
When was the pocket camera invented?
Kodak Vest Pocket cameras were first introduced in 1914 for producing postcards. On the Autographic models, a stylus stored at the back of the camera allowed for marking negatives with information, dates, or titles.
What cameras were used in ww2?
These seven different cameras give an example of what has been used to bring scenes of war to audiences on the home front.
- Moy & Bastie. Equipment. Moy & Bastie.
- De Vry. Equipment. De Vry.
- Cunningham Combat Camera. Equipment. Cunningham Combat Camera.
- Eyemo. Equipment. Eyemo.
- Cine-Kodak. Equipment.
- Newman Sinclair. Equipment.
Is the Kodak No 1A Pocket Kodak worth it?
The No.1A Pocket Kodak was a mid range Kodak folder aimed at the novice photographer who wanted a step up from the low-end single element cameras of the day. The Kodak Anastigmat f/6.3 lens offered a great compromise between value and quality. The sharpness and contrast of the images that the lens produces is quite good.
Where was the Kodak 1A autographic camera made?
The No. 1A AUTOGRAPHIC KODAK JR. was a folding camera for type 116 Autographic film. It was made in Rochester, NY, USA by Eastman Kodak Company and by Eastman Kodak Company, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This “Autographic” camera was an updated version of the No. 1A Kodak Junior which was launched in 1914 but did not say “Autographic” on it.
What is your review of the Pocket Kodak Anastigmat?
Once I have those results, I will be sure to update this review. The No.1A Pocket Kodak was a mid range Kodak folder aimed at the novice photographer who wanted a step up from the low-end single element cameras of the day. The Kodak Anastigmat f/6.3 lens offered a great compromise between value and quality.
What kind of lens is in a pocket Kodak?
The No.1A Pocket Kodak was a mid range Kodak folder aimed at the novice photographer who wanted a step up from the low-end single element cameras of the day. The Kodak Anastigmat f/6.3 lens offered a great compromise between value and quality.