Whittaker Micro 16 Subminiature Camera
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The Micro 16 is a compact American-made 16 mm subminiature camera and a notable piece of American photographic history, produced by a company otherwise known for manufacturing aircraft valves. It features a die-cast all-metal body with a pebbled finish, a fixed-focus doublet lens, and a simple guillotine-style shutter with three aperture settings labeled “Bright,” “Dull,” and “Color.” The camera incorporates a unique sliding viewfinder and is operated by a side plunger that advances the film and cocks the shutter simultaneously. This example includes the original leather “ever-ready” carrying case, a proprietary film storage tin, and one of the specialized 16 mm film canisters.Category
Camera, Subminiature, 16mm Film
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