The 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 ->