Minox GL 35 with Leather case (Film Camera)
Product description
The Minox 35 GL followed the Minox 35 EL in Minox's successful range of 35mm compact cameras, reputedly the smallest full-frame 35mm cameras ever made. The lens retracts into the camera body when closed, fully opening the cover activates the battery. Different models in the Minox 35 range were identified by shutter release buttons in differing colours: the GL is quickly identified by its orange shutter release button. [01]
Specifications [01]
Type 35mm compact camera
Size 100 mm x 61 mm x 31 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 200 grams (with battery)
Image Format 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
Lens Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (proprietary filters simply push on).
Diaphragm Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16.
Focusing Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
Shutter Speeds 1/500 second, longest speed dependent on film ISO , e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO.
Viewfinder Direct finder with needle scale, markings for 1/500, 1/125, 1/30 second, shading to indicate over-exposure, and slow speed warning.
Film Loading Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
Film Transport Manual dual stroke lever.
Flash Contact Hot shoe, X synchronized, automatic time switching to 1/125 second.
Tripod Socket ¼ in.
Battery PX 27 or modern equivalent
User Manual [02]
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Product description
The Minox 35 GL followed the Minox 35 EL in Minox's successful range of 35mm compact cameras, reputedly the smallest full-frame 35mm cameras ever made. The lens retracts into the camera body when closed, fully opening the cover activates the battery. Different models in the Minox 35 range were identified by shutter release buttons in differing colours: the GL is quickly identified by its orange shutter release button. [01]
Specifications [01]
Type 35mm compact camera
Size 100 mm x 61 mm x 31 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 200 grams (with battery)
Image Format 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
Lens Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (proprietary filters simply push on).
Diaphragm Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16.
Focusing Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
Shutter Speeds 1/500 second, longest speed dependent on film ISO , e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO.
Viewfinder Direct finder with needle scale, markings for 1/500, 1/125, 1/30 second, shading to indicate over-exposure, and slow speed warning.
Film Loading Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
Film Transport Manual dual stroke lever.
Flash Contact Hot shoe, X synchronized, automatic time switching to 1/125 second.
Tripod Socket ¼ in.
Battery PX 27 or modern equivalent
User Manual [02]
Downloadable Link
Ebay Price Comparison
Link
Product description
The Minox 35 GL followed the Minox 35 EL in Minox's successful range of 35mm compact cameras, reputedly the smallest full-frame 35mm cameras ever made. The lens retracts into the camera body when closed, fully opening the cover activates the battery. Different models in the Minox 35 range were identified by shutter release buttons in differing colours: the GL is quickly identified by its orange shutter release button. [01]
Specifications [01]
Type 35mm compact camera
Size 100 mm x 61 mm x 31 mm (W x H x D)
Weight 200 grams (with battery)
Image Format 24 x 36 mm (W x H)
Lens Minox Color-Minotar, 35 mm f/2.8, no filter thread (proprietary filters simply push on).
Diaphragm Leaf diaphragm, continuously adjustable f/2.8 to f/16.
Focusing Manual scale focusing 3ft/0.9m - infinity.
Shutter Speeds 1/500 second, longest speed dependent on film ISO , e.g. 15 seconds with 25 ISO, 1 second with 400 ISO.
Viewfinder Direct finder with needle scale, markings for 1/500, 1/125, 1/30 second, shading to indicate over-exposure, and slow speed warning.
Film Loading Manual, whole back slides off to load film.
Film Transport Manual dual stroke lever.
Flash Contact Hot shoe, X synchronized, automatic time switching to 1/125 second.
Tripod Socket ¼ in.
Battery PX 27 or modern equivalent
User Manual [02]
Downloadable Link
Ebay Price Comparison
Link
History
The Minox 35mm range was introduced in 1974, along with the 110S and continued the direct line of models until the last of the 35mm compact cameras with the GT-E II and GT-S. Similar in size to the Rollei 35B and 35S cameras both having a lens that pops forward in use. The Minox's draw-bridge provides both protection to the lens and makes a smooth line when closed, making it one of the easiest cameras to slip in and out of your pocket. However, a case is recommended to avoid dust and scratches and you will need a different case if you have a data back as the standard case is too small. [03]
Although much larger than the 8x11 range of cameras and at 190g (compared to a Minox C at 114g) they are light and compact compared to many 16mm and 110 cameras. [03]
The Minox GTE has a volume of only 11.23 cubic inches ( 3.9 x 2.5 x 1.2 inches) -- 20% smaller then the smallest half frame Fuji Mini at 3.5"x2.5"x1.5" - what an engineering feat from Minox! [03]
The Minox 35 series have been designed by Professor Richard Fischer. They are made of glass-fibre reinforced Makrolon. Glass fibre will reflect light and so the lacquer finish must be matt black and light tight. [03]
Between 1974 and 2003 Minox manufactured thirty models in the 35mm range. Besides the standard camera model there is the special releases of the 35GT for Karstadt - the Sport , the MB marked "Service-Camera" and for the automobile industries several marked with the car manufacture's logo, such as Mercedes. A number of sets where offered with flash and cases or databack. [03]
History Chart of Minox Lineup [04]
