Zeiss Ikon Contax D (VEB Model)

Zeiss Ikon Contax D (VEB Dresden)

• Camera Type: 35mm Single Lens Reflex (SLR)

• Film Format: 35mm (135 Film)

• Lens Mount: M42 Screw Mount

• Shutter Type: Horizontal-travel Cloth Focal Plane Shutter

• Shutter Speeds: 1 sec – 1/1000 sec, plus Bulb (B)

• Exposure Mode: Fully Manual

• Viewfinder: Fixed Eye-Level Pentaprism (The first of its kind)

• Mirror: Non-instant return mirror (Blacks out after shot until wound)

• Film Advance: Manual Knob or Lever (Your image shows the knob/lever design)

• Construction: Solid Metal Alloy Body

• Country of Manufacture: Germany (East - GDR)

Description

The Zeiss Ikon Contax D is a landmark in SLR history, produced by VEB Zeiss Ikon Dresden. This "D" model (signifying Dresden) was primarily created to distinguish it from the West German Zeiss Ikon products during a period of complex legal disputes over the "Contax" trademark.

This camera is famous for being one of the world’s first SLRs to feature a fixed pentaprism, allowing for comfortable eye-level viewing—a design that revolutionized photography forever. Built with the versatile M42 screw mount, it serves as a perfect platform for legendary East German optics like the Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar or Tessar lenses.

Serial Number: 246759
SKU: UN-70-5321     

Condition:
- Camera functions normally
- Viewfinder has no fungus, slight haze, and minor dust
- Camera body has minor scratches

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