35mm Camera and Case [Voigtlander, VITO BL]
Maker and role
Voigtländer AG, Manufacturer
Production date
1960s
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Object detail
Accession number
2016.54.5
Maker
Production period
Description
Voigtland VITO BL 35mm still photography camera in leather carry case, made in Germany. Includes light meter which is stored in leather pocket attached to strap of camera carry case.
Brief History
This camera was used by Ivan and Beth Hodge as they documented their 1961 journey from London home to NZ via India in their VW Beetle. The story was published in their book "For Love and a Beetle."
Marks
Voigtlander Impressed
GERMANY Impressed
90/08 Impressed
PRONTOR-SVS Printed
Voightlander Printed
VITO / BL Stamped
GERMANY Impressed
90/08 Impressed
PRONTOR-SVS Printed
Voightlander Printed
VITO / BL Stamped
Media/Materials
Collection
Credit Line
Voigtländer AG. 1960s. 35mm Camera and Case [Voigtlander, VITO BL], 2016.54.5. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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