Zeiss Icon Super Ikonta: My next EDC film camera?
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
- This is the Zeiss Icon Super IKonta 533/16 that I found recently at a tag sale. This medium format 6x6 folding rangefinder camera looks like it might be the perfect Everyday Carry Camera, but it needs a little love. Should I get it repaired or should I sell it?
Also, if you have any recommendations for a great repair technician, please leave them in the comments below!
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I recommend that you keep the camera, I bought one on auction for around $100 and invested another $150 for a CLA with Dan Daniel Camera Repair, and the camera operates like new. There is a unique experience working with a 70 year old instrument like the super Ikonta that I find very satisfying, and the image quality is extremely
good if you have a clean lens. Mine is a 1952 vintage and it came with the original leather case and an instruction manual. I also use a 2.8F Rollei and enjoy both experiences.
Thanks so much for the recommendation! I'll definitely check out Dan for the CLA / Repair!
Hi Justin. I have the 531 but sadly I had to leave it in storage (in a different continent). I did run one roll through it and it quickly became one of my favourite film cameras. It is so much fun to use. Moreover, some of the shots I got back were absolute belters and now I'm regretting leaving it in storage! I look forward to seeing your results.
Thanks so much! Nice... I love the rangefinder style of the 531s! Hopefully you'll get it back from storage soon.
I used one of these as my daily camera a while back. They're a ton of fun and the lens is just full of character and charm. Being able to carry around such a small camera that shoots such a large negative was the main reason I was drawn to it, and I absolutely regret selling it.
I agree.. I love the idea of a 6x6 negative for tons of detail and printing capablities! I've also looked at the Fujifilm GF670 (actually almost bought one in 2010), but I think the prices have gone way too high for them.
It’s my everyday carry for couple years and no regrets
Great to hear! Thanks so much Josh!
I am going to get my Fujica Six also. Very excited!
Great camera!
i just inherited one of these from my grandfather. have to get the focusing ring fixed though.
Nice! The focus ring on this one works, but it feel stiff to me. Hopefully it's a little smoother after a CLA! Let me know how you make out with your camera!
Why not Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 532/16?
both are great 6x6 folding rangefinders! I happened to find this one at a local yard sale for $16
Did you develop the film that was in the camera ?
Good question! Not yet.. Kodak Ektar is a C-41 process so I'll most likely send it out for development. Right now I'm only setup to process B&W film in my darkroom
@@justinmarantz10 ahhh gotcha, would be interesting to see what pictures you shot snd even more what the previous owner was shooting/ how the pictures turned out
Mamiya 7 II mate
No doubt the Mamiya 7 & 7II are amazing medium format rangefinders, but you won't find a body & lens for under $3,500 USD. I paid $16 for the Zeiss Ikonta :)