Ricoh Auto Half
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| Ricoh Auto Half E2 image by Fabian Reus (Image rights) |
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| Ricoh Auto Half image by Rick Soloway (Image rights) |
The original Ricoh Auto Half was made in Japan by Ricoh from c.1960-1963, with slightly revised versions appearing through 1969[1]. Several styling variations are known. All were 35mm half frame cameras, with clockwork motor film advance for 25 to 30 exposures. The 25mm f2.8 3 groups 4 elements lens was surrounded by the selenium cell operating the exposure metering, setting aperture automatically, with manual override option. Shutter speeds were 1/30 sec. (flash sync.) or 1/125 sec. with automatic exposure.
A version of the Auto Half was also sold by GAF as the Ansco Memo II[1].
A Ricoh Auto Half SL with CdS-cell metering appeared in 1970.
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 McKeown, James M. and Joan C. McKeown's Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, 12th Edition, 2005-2006. USA, Centennial Photo Service, 2004. ISBN 0-931838-40-1 (hardcover). ISBN 0-931838-41-X (softcover). Page 830.
Links
- Ricoh half-frame cameras on subclub.com
- User Manual on Mike Butkus' OrphanCameras.com
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| Rebadged as Ansco/GAF Memo II image by Rick Soloway (Image rights) |
