This is the nicest sub-miniature camera in my collection. It was manufactured by Konishiroku (Konica) starting in 1949, continuing for a few years. It is similar in size to Tougodo Hit cameras but has a substantially better fit and finish. It uses interchangeable lenses, though the telephoto is quite rare. As a bonus it’s styling is quite reminiscent of Ihagee Exakta cameras.
Make | Konishiroku (Konica) |
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Model | Snappy |
Year | c. 1949 |
Format | 17.5mm |
Shutter | guillotine |
Speed | B, 25, 50, 100 |
Lens | Konishiroku Optor |
f3.5 25mm | |
Focus | fixed (approx. 3m) |
Aperture | f3.5 to 16 |
Light Meter | No |
Rangefinder | No |
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