Zeiss Ikon Nettar

Zeiss Ikon Nettar - Good Condition | Classic Folding Medium Format Camera with Novar-Anastigmat

The Zeiss Ikon Nettar (S/N: U65058) is a quintessential example of mid-century German engineering, designed to bring the high-quality 6x9 medium format experience into a portable, folding design. This self-erecting folder is a marvel of mechanical simplicity, featuring a robust bellows system that allows the camera to collapse into a pocketable size when not in use. This unit is equipped with the Novar-Anastigmat 105mm f/4.5 lens, a focal length that provides a natural perspective on the large 6x9 negative, delivering impressive detail and that signature vintage "Zeiss look." Whether you are a landscape enthusiast or a collector of mechanical history, the Nettar offers a slow, deliberate, and highly rewarding photographic process.

Key Features

• Large 6x9 medium format negatives for exceptional detail and tonal range

• Novar-Anastigmat 105mm f/4.5 lens providing a classic, sharp vintage rendering

• Compact folding design—fits in a jacket pocket despite the large film format

• Fully mechanical operation requiring no batteries for shutter or aperture

• Sturdy all-metal body construction with high-quality leatherette covering

• Integrated pop-up viewfinder for quick framing of subjects

• Compatible with standard 120 roll film, which is still widely available today

Technical Specifications

• Camera Type: Medium Format Camera

• Film Format: 120 Roll Film (6x9 exposures)

• Lens: Novar-Anastigmat 105mm f/4.5

• Shutter Speeds: Varied (typically 1/25s to 1/200s + Bulb)

• Category: Cameras ▸ Medium Format Camera

• Battery Type: No Battery Required (Fully Mechanical)

Specialist Note "The Zeiss Nettar (S/N: U65058) is the perfect entry point into the world of medium format. People often think 6x9 cameras have to be giant, heavy boxes, but the Nettar proves otherwise. The Novar-Anastigmat lens is particularly lovely; while it was originally the more affordable sibling to the Tessar, many modern film shooters actually prefer its softer, more atmospheric 'glow' when shot wide open. It’s a camera that forces you to slow down, compose carefully, and appreciate the mechanical click of the shutter. In a world of digital speed, shooting 6x9 on a folding Zeiss is a truly grounding experience."

Condition Report Good condition. The camera body (S/N: U65058) shows normal signs of light use and minor cosmetic surface wear consistent with its age. The bellows have been inspected and appear to be light-tight with no major pinholes. The Novar 105mm lens is clear, free from fungus or significant haze. The shutter has been tested and fires across the speed range. The folding mechanism operates smoothly and locks securely into the shooting position.

What's Included

• Zeiss Ikon Nettar folding camera (S/N: U65058)