“D” is for Dynamatic

“D” is for Dynamatic, from Voigtlander

The Dynamatic cameras were manufactured in the early 1960’s for the standard 35mm roll film.

The different models of the Dynamatic were distinguished by lens and shutter arrangements as well as the chrome front.

The Dynamatic Deluxe has a chrome front plate and the Prontormat S-V shutter.
The Dynamatic Deluxe has a chrome front plate and the Prontormat S-V shutter. 1961-1962
A simple point-and shoot camera. On the bottom of the camera is specified "Made in West Germany."
A simple point-and shoot camera. On the bottom of the camera is specified “Made in West Germany.”

 

Reference: McKeown’s Price Guide to Antique and Classic Cameras, 12th edition, ISBN 0-931838-40-1

The other cameras featured in this A to Z Challenge are linked on this page.

Published by paleololigo

Scientist (Paleontology, Geochemistry, Geology); Writer (Speculative and Science Fiction, plus technical and non-technical Science); Mom to great boy on the Autism spectrum; possessor of too many hobbies.

1 Comment

  1. J.L. Campbell says:
    April 4, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    These are a far cry from the hi-tech stuff I see around today.

    J.L. Campbell writes at The Character Depot and the Jamaican Kid Lit Blog.

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