Zeiss Ikon Contina 1a

Zeiss Ikon Contina 1a

Lens: Novar Anistagmat 45mm, f/3.5

Film Format: 35mm

Shutter: B/1to 1/300 sec

Aperture: f/3.5 to f/22

Focusing: Manual

Flash: Socket

Year: 1958

Country: Germany

The good:

·         For a 65-year-old camera, it is in remarkably good condition.

·         Shutter fires well, and tested exposures reveal no timing issues.

·         Focus ring is smooth and accurate.

·         Film transport arm is smooth and solid.

The less good:

·         The lens itself has a few specs of dust, but nothing that is noticeable in the final images (see attached sample photos)

·         The timer does not appear to work

·         General wear and tear.

You can find a copy of this camera’s manual here: Zeiss Ikon Contina 1a