Contax Rangefinder Cameras   The Contax rangefinder camera is professional 35mm classic equipment for small format photography.  It has a solid build, highly durable, and features advanced mechanical functions as well as superior optics design. 

The rangefinder system dates back to 1930’s but Contax revolutionized the technology as it continued production of range finder cameras well after the second world war.  The Contax 35mm was truly a professional grade rangefinder and you have a choice between black dial and color dial rangefinders.  Continue Reading ->

Contax Digital Cameras    If you need a compact digital camera with sleek design and multiple functionalities, then a Contax digital camera would be best for you.  Contax is well known for its T-series 35mm cameras.  These film cameras are stylish and highly compact using superior mechanical and optics construction.  These features have been carried over to digital camera line series of Contax specifically in its TVs 5 megapixel DSLR.  Continue Reading ->

Vintage Contax    In this age of digital technology, many still treasure out-of-production cameras that have become the icons of a bygone era.  Among these prized collections, some of which are kept lovingly in their own glass display cabinets, is the vintage Contax camera.  This camera traces its roots to pre-World War II Germany having been introduced by the manufacturing firm Zeiss Ikon, a subsidiary of Carl Zeiss Foundation fabled in the manufacture of specialized lenses.  Continue Reading ->

Contax IIa CameraThe Zeiss Ikon Contax iia Camera was the first post-World War II product to have come out of the production line of the famous Carl Zeiss Foundation in Germany. It was first exhibited in the 1950 Photokina, and its craftsmanship immediately captured loyal following in the photography world. Today, this camera is a treasured collector’s item because of its superb workmanship, and superior optical system. This early German rangefinder camera indeed is a rare gem of a find, with its interchangeable lenses developed ahead of their time. In all, this camera is compatible with 16 quality coated Zeiss lenses with f stops ranging from 1.5 to 4 and focal range from 75 mm to 350 mm.  Continue Reading ->