|
Certo Certix |
 Version française |
Manufactured or assembled in Germany from (Circa) 1931 to 1937.
Index of rarity in France: Rare (among non-specialized garage sales)
Inventory number: 14270
See the complete technical specifications
Chronology of cameras Certo
Initially called Certofix, then Certotix, the Certix cameras adopted their name starting from 1931. They are high-quality folding cameras. They are described as automatic, meaning that opening the bellows automatically sets up the lens, ready for the first photo. The Certix cameras offer multi-format capabilities on the same type of film. This holds true for almost all models, except for the entry-level ones, which are limited to a single negative format: 6 x 9 on 120 film. The others offer two or even three formats (6 x 9, 6 x 4.5, 6 x 6), which sometimes makes the viewfinder and the back a bit complicated with multiple windows (Advertisement from 1935).
The Certix was a big success for Certo, and there are numerous variations with different combinations of lens and shutter. The Certix also evolved over its existence, with changes in the position of the viewfinder, the material of the covering, etc. Additionally, Certix cameras are found under distributor brands as well.
__________Even after so long since leaving the factory, this specimen still functions. Its only flaws are the delicate coating that hasn't endured and the disappearance of its removable inner mask, which allowed its use in half-frame format.
The sports viewfinder is equipped with a retractable cover for use in half-frame mode.
Interesting links or bibliography :
 Photo-Revue de 1935 |
Add a link or element of bibliography, a picture taken with this camera, a picture of box or an ads about this camera
Your photos taken with the same camera:
Cameras from Ebay France (Certo) (Uploaded each 3 hours)