{"product_id":"minox-c-with-15mm-f-3-5-complan-lens","title":"Minox C  with 15mm f\/3.5 Complan Lens","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eMinox C - Good Condition | Miniature Camera | The Iconic \"Spy Camera\" with 15mm f\/3.5 Complan Lens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe Minox C (S\/N: Not specified) is a masterpiece of subminiature engineering and an enduring icon of Cold War espionage. Introduced in 1969 as the successor to the legendary Minox B, the \"C\" model was the first to incorporate electronic shutter control, making it the most advanced \"spy camera\" of its era. Despite its tiny dimensions, it features a high-performance 15mm f\/4-element Complan lens, capable of producing remarkably sharp images on 9.5mm film. Its signature \"push-pull\" telescoping action not only advances the film and cocks the shutter but also protects the lens and viewfinder when not in use. Built with the precision of a fine Swiss watch, the Minox C is a functional piece of history that represents the pinnacle of miniature analog technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,0,0\"\u003eRevolutionary \"Push-Pull\" rapid-wind mechanism for discreet, fast operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1,0\"\u003eHigh-resolution 15mm f\/3.5 Complan lens—equivalent to a wide-angle on 35mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,2,0\"\u003eElectronic shutter with \"Aperture Priority\" automation (1\/1000s to 10s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,3,0\"\u003eParallax-corrected bright-line viewfinder for accurate framing in a tiny body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,4,0\"\u003eBuilt-in sliding green and neutral density (ND) filters for creative exposure control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,5,0\"\u003eFocuses as close as 20cm, making it an elite tool for document reproduction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,6,0\"\u003eUltra-compact satin-finish aluminum body that fits completely inside a closed fist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntroductory Paragraph\u003c\/b\u003e The Minox C is the definitive miniature camera for the serious collector and analog enthusiast. This specific unit features the legendary 15mm f\/3.5 optics, which were designed specifically to resolve high levels of detail on the tiny 8x11mm film frame. Unlike cheaper subminiature cameras, the Minox C offers a sophisticated electronic exposure system, allowing the photographer to focus entirely on the subject while the camera handles the shutter speed. It is a purely tactile instrument; the mechanical \"click\" of the telescoping body is one of the most satisfying sounds in photography. Whether you are an enthusiast of spy history or a photographer looking for the ultimate \"always-with-me\" analog tool, the Minox C provides a level of craftsmanship that is simply unmatched in the modern era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e Good condition. The miniature aluminum body shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface wear consistent with its vintage age. The 15mm f\/3.5 lens is optically clear, free from fungus, haze, or significant scratches. The signature \"push-pull\" telescoping mechanism is smooth and firm. The electronic shutter has been tested and fires across the speed range, and the internal light meter remains responsive to changing light conditions. The film chamber and battery compartment are clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpecialist Note\u003c\/b\u003e \"The Minox C is a triumph of miniaturization that still feels like a futuristic gadget. What I love about this model is the 'Electronic' brain—it was a huge leap forward from the manual Minox B, making it much more reliable for candid snapshots. The 15mm Complan lens is a tiny marvel; when used with fine-grain film, the sharpness it produces is staggering for such a small negative. It’s not just a camera; it’s a piece of industrial art that you can carry in your pocket. For anyone fascinated by the mechanical ingenuity of the 20th century, the Minox C is a must-own centerpiece.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eMinox C Miniature Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eIntegrated 15mm f\/3.5 Lens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eOriginal Minox Measuring Chain (for close-up focus)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e[Optional: Original Leather Slip Case if available]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eCamera Type: Miniature Camera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eFilm Format: Minox Subminiature (9.5mm \/ 8x11mm frame)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003eLens: 15mm f\/3.5 Complan (4 elements in 3 groups)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003eShutter: Electronic diaphragm shutter (1\/1000s - 10s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003eFocus Type: Manual Scale Focus (20cm to Infinity)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003eCategory: 1. 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