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Konica F ( go to manual )

The Konica F was first shown as Koniflex at the International Trade Fair at Harumi , Tokyo , in 1959 .

The official release date was February 1960 .

Classification KONICA F bayonet
Aperture Mechanism full automatic , stop down for control
Mirror automatic quick return
Shutter metal focal plan ; B , 1 - 2000
Viewfinder penta prism or waist level ; interchangeable
Focusing split image and mat
Meter built in ; cross coupled , selenium , ASA 10 - 800 , LW 5 - 17 at 100 ASA
Flash Synchro. M & X ( 125 ) ; socket JIS type B
Motor Drive no
Battery no
Other Features self timer 10 sec. ; self resetting exposure counter
Color chrome and black leather
Weight 1100 gr
Size 150,5 x 105,5 x 91 mm
Production Years 1960
Serial Number Range 100005 ,  100145 , 100742 , 100750 , 101372 , 101421
Number produced 5.5.2002 as there is a 101421 new estimate 1500
Price new ( 19xx  ) $377.95 with 52/1.4 ; WARD 1961
Price used ( 2002 ) ~ $4000.00
Remarks
Variations For body not known , lens with metric or inch engraving
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