Baldinette 35mm Folding Camera

Baldinette 35mm Folding Camera - Good Condition | Classic German Compact Folder with Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 50mm f/2.9

The Baldinette is a beautifully compact German 35mm folding camera produced by Bunde — a charming and practical piece of post-war German optical engineering that combines a sharp Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 50mm f/2.9 lens with the elegant folding design that made German cameras of this era so highly regarded worldwide. The Radionar is a classic three-element Schneider-Kreuznach lens formula — delivering sharp, contrasty images with the natural rendering character that Schneider glass is renowned for. The f/2.9 maximum aperture offers a meaningful light advantage over the standard f/3.5 version — making this a particularly capable performer in lower light conditions. Compact when folded and satisfying to use when open, the Baldinette is a genuine piece of German photographic history that remains a joy to collect and use. Serial number (lens): 2331096.

Key Features

• Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 50mm f/2.9 — classic German three-element optic with fast f/2.9 aperture
• Classic 35mm folding design — compact when closed, elegant when open
• Fast f/2.9 maximum aperture for improved low-light performance
• Manual focus and exposure control
• Solid all-metal German construction of the highest quality
• A genuine piece of classic German camera and optical heritage

Condition Report

• Body: Good condition — light marks consistent with age and use, no cracks or damage to housing; bellows intact with no visible pinholes; folding mechanism operates smoothly
• Optics: Lens elements clean and clear — no fungus, haze, or significant dust; coatings intact
• Mechanics: Shutter fires correctly across available speeds; aperture blades clean and snappy; focus mechanism operates smoothly

"The Baldinette with the f/2.9 Radionar is a particularly appealing example of this charming German folder. The faster aperture makes a real practical difference in lower light situations, and the Schneider-Kreuznach optical quality ensures sharp and characterful results across the frame. A delightful and practical piece of post-war German photographic history in good condition."

What's Included

• Baldinette folding camera with Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 50mm f/2.9 lens

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Baldinette (Bunde)
• Model: Baldinette
• Serial Number (Body): Not available
• Serial Number (Lens): 2331096
• Lens: Schneider-Kreuznach Radionar 50mm f/2.9 (fixed)
• Lens Construction: 3 elements in 3 groups
• Film Format: 35mm (135)
• Focus: Manual
• Construction: All-metal body with bellows
• Type: Compact Film Camera
• Category: Cameras
• Condition: Good Condition