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05/05/09

Minox Leica IIIf

Minox a reproduit le Leica IIIf à l'échelle 1:3. Ce modèle réduit est une reproduction fidèle de l'original. L'appareil est doté d'un objectif Minoctar f/5 6-15 mm disposant de 3 lentilles en 3 groupes. Il s'utilise avec le film monobloc Minox Minicolor 8 x 11 mm. Un flash est disponible en option. L'appareil est fourni dans un coffret en bois. Il est disponible aux couleurs de l'original ou en noir.

Caractéristiques techniques

Boîtier métallique
Films 8 x 11 mm
Filetage trépied
Objectif Minoctar 6-15 mm f/5
Construction optique : 3 éléments en 3 groupes
Distance minimale de mise au point : 1,2 m
Vitesse de l'obsturateur : 1/250 sec.
Dimensions : 66 x 41 x 38 mm
Poids (sans film) : 93 g
Accessoires en option :

Bandoulière en cuir
Couvercle pour objectif en aluminium
Sacoche en cuir
Flash Caractéristiques du flash disponible en option
Nombre guide pour 100 ISO : 7
Dimensions : 105 x 118 x 62
Poids (sans pile) : 80 g
Photo (c) Minox - Tous droits réservés - http://www.minox.com/

08/04/09

Minox DC 7022 Slim Digital Camera

Measuring 94.5 x 55 x 23 mm the Minox DC 7022 slim has a resolution of up to seven megapixels, a 28 mm wide angle lens with 4x optical zoom as well as an extra large TFT color monitor which measures 3.0 inches in diagonal and a smooth, black anodized aluminum body. With its light weight of just 124 grams the DC 7022 slim is extremely “pocket-friendly“ and can be packed away almost anywhere to take away. A 3.0 inch TFT-Display takes up practically the whole of the camera back. This digital camera has a 1/2.5 inch CCD-image sensor and an optimized Minoctar lens. With its 4x optical zoom the lens also has scope for selecting the image detail. A fast autofocus and the short shutter delay ensure spontaneous snapshots and a fast image sequence. To make sure that also images taken in the telephoto range are not spoilt by camera shake the DC 7022 has an electronic image stabilization. This feature additionally supports long exposures under difficult light conditions or macro shots. With the automatic white balance the photographer can rely on natural color rendition. Several flash functions and the possibility to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor from ISO 50 to ISO 1600 in six stages allow further individual adjustment of the camera to the ambient conditions.

Besides this, the new DC 7022 slim can take video clips and make voice recordings to accompany the digital pictures – a speaker and a microphone are integrated in the camera body for this purpose. The data are stored on an SD card with a capacity of up to four gigabyte (SDHC) and there is an additional 32 megabyte internal memory in the camera. The power supply is provided by a long-lasting lithium ion battery. Featuring a PictBridge interface the DC 7022 slim can be directly connected to appropriate peripheral equipment at home or away, enabling the print out of pictures without a computer, for example. For fast and easy transfer of the images to a computer the Minox DC 7022 slim features a digital USB 2.0 interface. The scope of delivery of the Minox DC 7022 slim includes a power adaptor, USB and video cable, lithium ion battery, wrist strap, ever-ready case as well as a user manual and CD-ROM with software.

2007-07-05 - Last update: 07-04-2009

Minox DC 6033 WP Digital Camera

Boasting a sturdy body which is watertight to a depth of ten meters, the DC 6033 WP digital camera stands up to dust, water, sand and salt and has been specially designed for use in a rough environment. This camera is geared to capture perspectives, whether canyoning, on the beach, diving or sailing, or in hard everyday working life. It has a 6 megapixel CCD sensor. The high quality multicoated MINOCTAR lens which delivers neutral color rendition features a 42 mm fixed focal length (in 35 mm format terms) and permits macro shots from a distance of 60 cm from the subject. It is also impact-resistant and hard wearing – despite weighing in at just 230 grams with dimensions of 78 x 120 x 43 mm.

The choice of subject and viewing of the image after the shot is even possible under water with the 2 inch TFT color monitor on the back of the MINOX DC 6033 WP. An integrated electron flash unit automatically brightens up the scene or, alternatively, only if selected to do so by the photographer. In addition to this, there are various exposure programs to help the user in special situations. The photographer can, for example, choose between an underwater, portrait, sports, landscape or night-time mode. Otherwise the automatic mode takes over all necessary adjustments and controls everything from pin-sharp focus to the correct exposure. ISO sensitivity and white balance can also be adjusted automatically or manually.

The extended scope of the DC 6033 WP includes the use as PC-Cam or the recording of video clips. Besides the slot for SD memory cards with a capacity of up to 2 gigabytes, it has a 16 megabyte internal flash memory. For independence when traveling commercially available AA batteries or rechargeable batteries are available as power source. The camera has a digital USB port and a PictBridge interface for direct printer connection. The scope of delivery of the MINOX DC 6033 WP includes two AA batteries, a wrist strap, case, USB cable, CD-Rom with software as well as a user manual.

05-07-2007 - Last update: 07-04-2009

15/02/09

Minox Rolleiflex MiniDigi Photo Camera

A pocket sized “Rolleiflex digital twin lens reflex” from Minox - A true miniaturized digital replica of the world-famous famous Rolleiflex

Made in co-operation between the Rollei company and Minox, the "Rolleiflex MiniDigi" is a digital camera with the same shape and design as the famous 6x6 twin lens reflex camera with a resolution of up to 3.1 million pixels. This unique miniature Rolleiflex has been added to the successful 8x11mm film and 'Leica' digital classic collection camera series from Minox.

Taking photos with this camera is like the real thing in miniature but in digital. Just like the original with its 6x6cm square format this MiniDigi takes square format digital photos. As with the original, viewing is from above into the foldable viewfinder where the image can be seen on the 0.9 inch LCD monitor, which for digital replaces the traditional ground glass. On this display, images can be viewed directly after they have been taken and if acceptable, stored. To prepare the camera for the next shot, the normal metal transportation crank on the right side of the body is turned until a clicking sound confirms that the MiniDigi is ready for the next shot. At the front of the camera – as with the original – the shutter release is below the twin lenses. So using the MiniDigi is like taking a trip back to days gone by but with the added advantage of to-days digital media. This exclusive Rolleiflex is a fascinating combination of old and new, appealing to a very wide market with an interest in unique photo products. Rollei fans in particular will be intrigued by the cameras many true to scale working features. The quality durable metal housing of this fascinating eye catcher weighs just 100 grams. Images are stored on a standard SD /MMC memory card and the camera is powered by a CR-2 lithium battery.

04/10/05

Minox DMP-1 Digital Media Player

The Minox DMP-1 is a pocket-sized digital photo album, MP3 player / recorder and FM radio in one tiny package.

Its weighs in at just 62 grams and fits into almost any pocket thanks to its compact dimensions of 75x52x15mm. Incorporating a digital photo album, MP3 player and recorder, FM radio, digital sound equalizer, E-book facility for storing and viewing text files and a selection of pre-installed games to play. A metal body with practical and well-situated controls completes the attractive look of the DMP-1. A central thumb-controlled joystick for easy menu navigation, and a surrounding array of buttons gives the user full control over all functions. The menu navigation on the display is simple and intuitive.

The integrated flash memory of 512 MB and an SD/MMC slot for cards of up to 1GB capacity give the Minox DMP-1 a maximum capacity for storing up to 18 hours of music, or up to 30,000 digital photos. Images can be viewed on the 2 inch pin-sharp LCD display and paged through as if using an electronic photo album, or the images can be conveniently and automatically presented using the slide mode – JPG, BMP or LGO files are supported. Downloading or uploading of images and music files is simple using the USB to PC interface thus making it the equivalent of a mini portable hard drive. The USB port and cable doubles as a means of recharging the integrated battery simply by plugging it into a laptop or desktop computer. With a fully charged battery the DMP-1 is ready to play music, record sound, play games or show photos for up to 12 hours.

The DMP-1’s MP3 player and FM radio facility offers a user-defined choice of listening through the earphones supplied, and with the digital sound equalizer it can be fine-tuned to the user’s liking. Preset equalized modes include rock, classical, pop and ‘live’ to name just a few. An on-board digital recorder allows the recording of MP3 files and the direct line-in socket allows radio programs to be recorded and stored. The incorporated microphone can be used for voice recordings. Accessories accompanying the Minox DMP-1 include a USB and Line-In cable, earphones, CD-Rom and manual.

23/09/05

Legendary spies, technical tricks & secret technologies

From 1st October to 27th November, the new special exhibition "Mata Hari, James Bond & Co – The World of Espionage Technology" will present tools, strategies and mechanisms for espionage from the 1960s until today. Visitors will learn about current and historic secret technologies in reality and fiction. From a poison amulet to the pistol inside a drill to a USB stick inside a fountain pen – the exhibition reflects the rapid changes in agent technology, its miniaturisation and technical perfection. In the areas "Observing and Eavesdropping", "Camouflaging and Deluding", "Tracing and Breaking In", "Communicating and Hiding" as well as "Destroying and Killing", visitors will gain an insight into the classic fields of activity of secret services. Popular worlds of imagination, influenced by legendary figures such as James Bond and Mata Hari, will be addressed. The initiators of the exhibition also establish a relationship with the dark sides of real life as an agent, e.g. dealing with dependence, interrogation, torture and death. An espionage camp for children and a series of evening lectures with special tours, lectures about the technology of Bond films and the sexual exploitation of women by the Stasi will accompany the exhibition. On 1st October, HNF cordially invites you to the museum night, which begins at 8 p.m. Let yourself be seduced by oriental temple dances á la Mata Hari, peer over the shoulder of safe and lock breakers and see a BMW from a James Bond film in action.

19/09/05

First Walter-Zapp-Prize awarded in Riga

The new prize, set to the 100th birthday of Walter Zapp, is to honour technical achievement and scientific research in the spirit of this great 20th century Latvian born inventor - father of, among many things, the MINOX 8x11mm "spy" camera. The prize, jointly awarded by the Latvian Academy of Science and the National Patent Office will be awarded every two years to Latvian researchers for their innovation and discoveries. Walter Zapp himself was honoured in 2001 by the Academy with the title of Doctor Honoris Causa.

The first winners are Roberts Kalnins and Benjamins Joffe for their work on EMAGO. EMAGO is a specialized electromagnetic process that has been adapted to production and industrial applications. The two, born in Latvia and currently living in the US, were handed the prize in the shape of medallion by a distinguished group including Juris Ekmanis (Director of the Accademy of Science of the Republic of Latvia), Zigrids Aumeisters (President of the Patent Office of the Republic of Latvia), Solvita Abotina (Minister of Justice in the Republic of Latvia) and Mr. Arnd Abraham representing MINOX GmbH (Germany).

Protection for digital photos

A MINOX laboratory (at Siegen, Germany) copies pixel by pixel onto traditional chemical film

The long term storage (archiving) of digital images is under discussion as nobody really knows just how long the current media will last. So to be sure that valuable digital images may still be seen by future generations, Carsten Chadt of the MINOX laboratory LAB811 at Siegen has added another service to his portfolio. His answer to archiving digital photos is to copy them on either traditional chemical 35mm negative or positive slide film – the proven answer to prevent data loss.

Carsten Chadt explains: “Well maintained traditional film material is known to last for at least a century or two and reproduction is easy." Loss of data can be caused by many different means. The storage medium ages, they may get damaged or deleted by accident or another unknown and that is today’s standards may not be read by future hardware and software. Therefore, it should be common practice to regularly copy to the latest standards, but in practice this is becoming more and more complex as the number and size of the files grow. The answer is that pixel by pixel and basic colour by basic colour the information of digital photos will be transferred by cathode rays to conventional film material by a newly developed machine. This provides the ability to produce classic photos on demand on photo paper. Also, to the best of our knowledge today, every future scanner will be able to read films or transparencies as they are optical memories. Chadt is fully convinced by the quality of his service and says: “There are currently machines on the market which copy the digital photo from the monitor – but not this one! With our method the picture is systematically reproduced in colour and resolution to the analogue image.” The capability of the machine known as the CCG film recorder is eleven million pixels. Customers can supply their data via CD, DVD or storage card to have them professionally copied. It’s for sure that many photographers will use this service to safeguard special digital photos as memories for the future.

05/09/05

100th birthday of Minox Founder

On Sunday 4 September 2005 MINOX commemorated the 100th birthday of the company founder Walter Zapp

For over 60 years Minox cameras have been manufactured by this traditional company based in Mittelhessen, Germany

In memory and in celebration of the MINOX inventor Walter Zapp: On Sunday 4 September 2005 the company management, employees and former friends, as well as the son of Mr Zapp and the managing committee of the 1st German MINOX Club met in Wetzlar, Germany to commemorate Walter Zapp´s 100th birthday and the 60th anniversary of MINOX GmbH.

Sadly, two years ago the company´s founder died at his home in Switzerland, but Lotar Zapp, his son, gave a lively account of his memories and said what a special person his father was. Hubert Heckmann, president of the 1st German MINOX Club, Zapp-biographer and book-author reviewed the different stages of Zapp´s life which was marked not only by hard and difficult times but also by chances and new perspectives. Its for sure that Zapp knew how to take advantage of the new opportunities that came his way with his unique pioneering spirit.

Finally, MINOX director Thorsten Kortemeier, presented a silver commemorative coin showing a portrait of Walter Zapp. This coin has been released together with a hand-built chromium plated LX 8x11 camera as a special Minox birthday edition.