Step into the golden age of analog photography with these vintage exposure and focusing instruments ideal for collectors, stylists, or film photography purists.
Sekonic Micro-Leader L-98 Light Meter (with original box)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition; dial and needle responsive, casing intact.
- Includes: Original orange box, black protective case with blue lining.
- Features: Classic selenium cell meter with intuitive dial system for exposure calculation. No batteries required.
- Era: Circa 1960s Japan a compact, reliable companion for handheld metering.
Sekonic Leader Light Meter (with leather case)
- Condition: Very good; minor wear consistent with age. Leather case embossed and intact.
- Includes: Original brown leather case with snap closure.
- Features: Multifunctional dial with ASA, TIME, VALUE, and aperture settings. Needle display window for light readings.
- Notes: A robust tool for manual exposure control, prized for its mechanical precision and design.
Walz Rangefinder (Red Body, Leather Case)
- Condition: Excellent; dial smooth, optics clear.
- Includes: Original stitched leather case with snap closure.
- Features: Distance dial in feet (3.5 to ), engraved Walz branding. Designed for accurate manual focusing.
- Era: Mid-century Japanese craftsmanship a stylish and functional accessory for rangefinder cameras.
Sekonic Auto-Lumi Light Meter
Origin: Japan, mid-20th century
Type: Selenium cell exposure meter (no battery required)
Design Features:
- Circular dial with a full range of exposure values including ASA (film speed), aperture (f-stop), and shutter speed.
- Top-mounted needle gauge with green and red indicators for light intensity.
- Dial markings include: shutter speeds like 2M, 1, 500, and aperture values from 1 to 32.
- Branding: SEKONIC prominently displayed above the needle window.
Functionality:
- Measures ambient light to help photographers manually set exposure.
- The selenium cell reacts to light, moving the needle to indicate exposure value.
- The dial allows for precise calculation across multiple variablesideal for film shooters who appreciate tactile control.
Bertram Amateur Light Meter
Origin: West Germany, likely 1950s60s
Type: Portable selenium light meter
Design Features:
- Needle display at the top for light readings.
- Rotating dial with exposure scales including ASA and shutter speed.
- Markings: SCH and ASA on the lower dial; Made in West Germany engraved.
- Housing: Black and white casing with a leather strap for portability.
Functionality:
- Designed for amateur photographers seeking reliable exposure guidance.
- The needle responds to light intensity, and the dial helps translate that into usable camera settings.
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