Linhof Press 70 + Carl Zeiss Planar 2,8/80mm | Rangefinder camera

In this is one of the masterpieces of post-war German photographic engineering: the Linhof Press 70. Produced from 1963 by the famous Linhof Präzisions-Systemtechnik of Munich (founded by Valentin Linhof), this medium-format rangefinder camera represents the apex of tools dedicated to photojournalists and news photographers of the 1960s, renowned for its industrial robustness paired with Swiss-like precision. The Press 70 is famous for its extraordinary, bright combined rangefinder viewfinder with a large window that automatically corrects parallax. This particular specimen appears in its rare and fascinating tan/gold coloration (beige/gold) and is equipped with its anatomically shaped ivory-colored grip and the original Linhof rigid carrying case with a customized red velvet interior. Technical Product Sheet: Brand: Linhof Manufacturer: Linhof Präzisions-Systemtechnik (Munich, Germany) Model: Press 70 Year of introduction: 1963 Camera type: Medium format (rangefinder system for reportage) Shutter: Central mechanical Synchro-Compur with speeds from 1s to 1/500s + B exposure and X/M flash sync. Distinctive features: Quick-load lever at the bottom, integrated selenium light meter in the upper part, gigantic optical-coupled viewfinder.

Estimate:£186.47

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