This is the Zeiss Ikon Box-Tengor which is one of the nicest box cameras I have used. Build quality is solid and thoughtful features, like the shutter lock, make this feel like a premium camera.
Everything on this camera works beautifully and taking pictures was real joy with forgiving Delta 100.
| Make | Zeiss Ikon |
|---|---|
| Model | Box-Tengor 54/2 |
| Year | 1934 – 1938 |
| Format | 120 |
| Shutter | Zeiss Ikon |
| Speed | 1/50 |
| Lens | Goerz Frontar |
| 2-element achromat | |
| Focus | 1-2m, 2-8m, 8m to ∞ |
| Aperture | f11, f16, f22 |
| Light Meter | No |
| Rangefinder | No |
Sample images on Ilford Delta 100, stand developed HC110 30min
I had two Box Tengors, with minor differences between them. They are definitely the ‘Cadillac’ of box cameras. Or at least the Buick. 😉