Ajax F-21 RARE Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB SPY 21mm Mini Camera for Repair

March 17, 2023ajax21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, military, mini, rare, repair, russian, ussr, vintage

A Committee of State Security of the USSR (KGB) is an allied-republican organ of state administration in the field of providing of state security at Council of Ministers of the USSR, formed on March, 13, 1954 by a selection from. Of the USSR of row of managements, services and departments. The organs of state security, boundary troops and troops of governmental connection, organs of military counter-intelligence, educational establishments and research establishments, were included in the system of KGB. Andropov, being Chairman, obtained the increase of status of organs of. And conclusion from the direct submission of Council of Ministers of the. On March, 20, 1991 got status of central organ of state administration the. By the headed minister of the. Abolished from Decembers, 3, 1991. The F-21 is a famous Soviet-made photo camera for concealed use; a spy camera in simple words. This model was in production at KMZ. Plant from 1951 to mid-1990’s. This camera was designed and made with its purpose in mind – it is very small, light, can shoot the entire roll of film from one fill wind of its spring-loaded motor. Picture quality was, of course, very important as well, so the F-21 features a very sharp, high-resolution lens and a reasonably large negative size. The frame is 18×24 mm, taken on a. So technically, using the. Terms, the F-21 is a half-frame camera. The F-21, as its name suggests, uses unperforated. This film is not readily available in stores, but can be easily cut from any 35 film using a. Slitter, either self-made or ordered from some submini stores. The camera was meant to use a. Long film, which would hold up to 20 frames. This limitation was determined decades ago by the thickness of the film; modern films are thinner and the F-21 cassette can hold longer strips of film. The cassette has to be loaded with film in the dark, but can be placed in the camera in daylight. It is made in the same was the dual cylinder Leitz and Zeiss cassttes were made – it opens inside the camera when the bottom locks are turned to “locked” position. F-21 Button Camera – An ingeniously concealed version of the F-21. Special housing with remote release attaches to the front of the camera. The camera remains concealed, while the front projects through a buttonhole. A coat button conceals the lens. In the center of the coat button are four holes with thread, as though the button is sewed on normally. In reality, the center of the button splits and opens upon squeezing the remote release which simultaneously fires the shutter of the camera. Over the years, the coat button disguise and the basic F-21 camera evolved. On type 1 of the button cradle, the diaphragm is controlled by a lever in the corner of the cradle. On type 2, the diaphragm settings can be made from the remote release handle. The type 3 button disguise was modified to allow for metering through a tiny hole near one edge of the button, since later versions of the F-21 camera has CdS metering. Short description of camera. I bring to your attention very rare vintage. Mini camera AJAX F-21. This unique camera was kept till our time in good condition. The standard lens is OF-28T, 28/2.8, coated. There are 4 shutter speeds – B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. 1:2.8 (settings from 2.8 to 16). At f/5.6 depth-of-field is. Infinity At f/16 depth-of-field is. B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. L x H x W = 77x55x40 mm (3″x2.2″x1.6). 20 to 55° C or -4 to 131° F. Dear buyers, as you understand this camera for sale in non working condition – so for this item: RETURNING IS NOT ACCEPTED!! I will send all items to Worldwide. Be ready for these terms. All items will pack very securely, to fully ensure that – the item arrives safely. Also I will mark item as “gift”. Check my positive feedbacks from my happy customers. I guarantee you complete satisfaction with all my high quality products. Dear Buyers, as you know we have different time zones and I cannot stay all day at the computer. I may not be able to reply your questions emails immediately. We try hard to satisfy our buyers for 100%. Please visit my store; I always adding new items. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “world_antique” and is located in this country: UA. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: KMZ Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk
Type: Subminiature Spy
Format: 21mm
Focus Type: Manual
Model: Ajax F-21
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation

Ajax F-21 Vintage post-WWII USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera

March 17, 2023ajax21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, film, military, mini, post-wwii, russian, ussr, vintage

A Committee of State Security of the USSR (KGB) is an allied-republican organ of state administration in the field of providing of state security at Council of Ministers of the USSR, formed on March, 13, 1954 by a selection from. Of the USSR of row of managements, services and departments. The organs of state security, boundary troops and troops of governmental connection, organs of military counter-intelligence, educational establishments and research establishments, were included in the system of KGB. Andropov, being Chairman, obtained the increase of status of organs of. And conclusion from the direct submission of Council of Ministers of the. On March, 20, 1991 got status of central organ of state administration the. By the headed minister of the. Abolished from Decembers, 3, 1991. The F-21 is a famous Soviet-made photo camera for concealed use; a spy camera in simple words. This model was in production at KMZ. Plant from 1951 to mid-1990’s. This camera was designed and made with its purpose in mind – it is very small, light, can shoot the entire roll of film from one fill wind of its spring-loaded motor. Picture quality was, of course, very important as well, so the F-21 features a very sharp, high-resolution lens and a reasonably large negative size. The frame is 18×24 mm, taken on a. So technically, using the. Terms, the F-21 is a half-frame camera. The F-21, as its name suggests, uses unperforated. This film is not readily available in stores, but can be easily cut from any 35 film using a. Slitter, either self-made or ordered from some submini stores. The camera was meant to use a. Long film, which would hold up to 20 frames. This limitation was determined decades ago by the thickness of the film; modern films are thinner and the F-21 cassette can hold longer strips of film. The cassette has to be loaded with film in the dark, but can be placed in the camera in daylight. It is made in the same was the dual cylinder Leitz and Zeiss cassttes were made – it opens inside the camera when the bottom locks are turned to “locked” position. F-21 Button Camera – An ingeniously concealed version of the F-21. Special housing with remote release attaches to the front of the camera. The camera remains concealed, while the front projects through a buttonhole. A coat button conceals the lens. In the center of the coat button are four holes with thread, as though the button is sewed on normally. In reality, the center of the button splits and opens upon squeezing the remote release which simultaneously fires the shutter of the camera. Over the years, the coat button disguise and the basic F-21 camera evolved. On type 1 of the button cradle, the diaphragm is controlled by a lever in the corner of the cradle. On type 2, the diaphragm settings can be made from the remote release handle. The type 3 button disguise was modified to allow for metering through a tiny hole near one edge of the button, since later versions of the F-21 camera has CdS metering. Short description of camera. I bring to your attention very rare vintage. Russian collectable, ORIGINAL 100% mini camera AJAX F-21 with spool and manual for. KGB Spy Officers post-WWII. The camera body serial number: T81667. All features have been tested and work properly. Shutter speeds look appropriate. Glass on lenses is clean, no fungus. This unique camera was kept till our time in good condition. Getting such thing you do good capital investment. Every year the price for them will increase only! This camera is a stylish acquisition for collectors, good present or for everyday use! The standard lens is OF-28T, 28/2.8, coated. There are 4 shutter speeds – B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. 1:2.8 (settings from 2.8 to 16). At f/5.6 depth-of-field is. Infinity At f/16 depth-of-field is. B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. L x H x W = 77x55x40 mm (3″x2.2″x1.6). 20 to 55° C or -4 to 131° F. I will send all items to Worldwide. Be ready for these terms. All items will pack very securely, to fully ensure that – the item arrives safely. Also I will mark item as “gift”. Check my positive feedbacks from my happy customers. I guarantee you complete satisfaction with all my high quality products. Dear Buyers, as you know we have different time zones and I cannot stay all day at the computer. I may not be able to reply your questions emails immediately. We try hard to satisfy our buyers for 100%. Please visit my store; I always adding new items. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “world_antique” and is located in this country: UA. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: KMZ Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk
Type: Subminiature Spy
Format: 21mm
Focus Type: Manual
Model: Ajax F-21
Year Manufactured: 1950s
Features: Spring-loaded motor
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation

Ajax F-21 Vintage post-WWII USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera

December 11, 2022ajax21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, film, military, mini, post-wwii, russian, ussr, vintage

A Committee of State Security of the USSR (KGB) is an allied-republican organ of state administration in the field of providing of state security at Council of Ministers of the USSR, formed on March, 13, 1954 by a selection from. Of the USSR of row of managements, services and departments. The organs of state security, boundary troops and troops of governmental connection, organs of military counter-intelligence, educational establishments and research establishments, were included in the system of KGB. Andropov, being Chairman, obtained the increase of status of organs of. And conclusion from the direct submission of Council of Ministers of the. On March, 20, 1991 got status of central organ of state administration the. By the headed minister of the. Abolished from Decembers, 3, 1991. The F-21 is a famous Soviet-made photo camera for concealed use; a spy camera in simple words. This model was in production at KMZ. Plant from 1951 to mid-1990’s. This camera was designed and made with its purpose in mind – it is very small, light, can shoot the entire roll of film from one fill wind of its spring-loaded motor. Picture quality was, of course, very important as well, so the F-21 features a very sharp, high-resolution lens and a reasonably large negative size. The frame is 18×24 mm, taken on a. So technically, using the. Terms, the F-21 is a half-frame camera. The F-21, as its name suggests, uses unperforated. This film is not readily available in stores, but can be easily cut from any 35 film using a. Slitter, either self-made or ordered from some submini stores. The camera was meant to use a. Long film, which would hold up to 20 frames. This limitation was determined decades ago by the thickness of the film; modern films are thinner and the F-21 cassette can hold longer strips of film. The cassette has to be loaded with film in the dark, but can be placed in the camera in daylight. It is made in the same was the dual cylinder Leitz and Zeiss cassttes were made – it opens inside the camera when the bottom locks are turned to “locked” position. F-21 Button Camera – An ingeniously concealed version of the F-21. Special housing with remote release attaches to the front of the camera. The camera remains concealed, while the front projects through a buttonhole. A coat button conceals the lens. In the center of the coat button are four holes with thread, as though the button is sewed on normally. In reality, the center of the button splits and opens upon squeezing the remote release which simultaneously fires the shutter of the camera. Over the years, the coat button disguise and the basic F-21 camera evolved. On type 1 of the button cradle, the diaphragm is controlled by a lever in the corner of the cradle. On type 2, the diaphragm settings can be made from the remote release handle. The type 3 button disguise was modified to allow for metering through a tiny hole near one edge of the button, since later versions of the F-21 camera has CdS metering. Short description of camera. I bring to your attention very rare vintage. Russian collectable, ORIGINAL 100% mini camera AJAX F-21 with spool and manual for. KGB Spy Officers post-WWII. The camera body serial number: T81671. All features have been tested and work properly. Shutter speeds look appropriate. Glass on lenses is clean, no fungus. This unique camera was kept till our time in good condition. Any defects not mentioned but visible in the pictures will be considered as described. Getting such thing you do good capital investment. Every year the price for them will increase only! This camera is a stylish acquisition for collectors, good present or for everyday use! The standard lens is OF-28T, 28/2.8, coated. There are 4 shutter speeds – B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. 1:2.8 (settings from 2.8 to 16). At f/5.6 depth-of-field is. Infinity At f/16 depth-of-field is. B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. L x H x W = 77x55x40 mm (3″x2.2″x1.6). 20 to 55° C or -4 to 131° F. I will send all items to Worldwide. Be ready for these terms. All items will pack very securely, to fully ensure that – the item arrives safely. Also I will mark item as “gift”. Check my positive feedbacks from my happy customers. I guarantee you complete satisfaction with all my high quality products. Dear Buyers, as you know we have different time zones and I cannot stay all day at the computer. I may not be able to reply your questions emails immediately. We try hard to satisfy our buyers for 100%. Please visit my store; I always adding new items. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “world_antique” and is located in this country: UA. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Brand: KMZ Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk
Type: Subminiature Spy
Format: 21mm
Focus Type: Manual
Model: Ajax F-21
Year Manufactured: 1950s
Features: Spring-loaded motor
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation

Ajax F-21 Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB SPY 21mm Mini Camera NON-WORKING

February 25, 2022ajax21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, military, mini, non-working, russian, ussr, vintage

A Committee of State Security of the USSR (KGB) is an allied-republican organ of state administration in the field of providing of state security at Council of Ministers of the USSR, formed on March, 13, 1954 by a selection from. Of the USSR of row of managements, services and departments. The organs of state security, boundary troops and troops of governmental connection, organs of military counter-intelligence, educational establishments and research establishments, were included in the system of KGB. Andropov, being Chairman, obtained the increase of status of organs of. And conclusion from the direct submission of Council of Ministers of the. On March, 20, 1991 got status of central organ of state administration the. By the headed minister of the. Abolished from Decembers, 3, 1991. The F-21 is a famous Soviet-made photo camera for concealed use; a spy camera in simple words. This model was in production at KMZ. Plant from 1951 to mid-1990’s. This camera was designed and made with its purpose in mind – it is very small, light, can shoot the entire roll of film from one fill wind of its spring-loaded motor. Picture quality was, of course, very important as well, so the F-21 features a very sharp, high-resolution lens and a reasonably large negative size. The frame is 18×24 mm, taken on a. So technically, using the. Terms, the F-21 is a half-frame camera. The F-21, as its name suggests, uses unperforated. This film is not readily available in stores, but can be easily cut from any 35 film using a. Slitter, either self-made or ordered from some submini stores. The camera was meant to use a. Long film, which would hold up to 20 frames. This limitation was determined decades ago by the thickness of the film; modern films are thinner and the F-21 cassette can hold longer strips of film. The cassette has to be loaded with film in the dark, but can be placed in the camera in daylight. It is made in the same was the dual cylinder Leitz and Zeiss cassttes were made – it opens inside the camera when the bottom locks are turned to “locked” position. F-21 Button Camera – An ingeniously concealed version of the F-21. Special housing with remote release attaches to the front of the camera. The camera remains concealed, while the front projects through a buttonhole. A coat button conceals the lens. In the center of the coat button are four holes with thread, as though the button is sewed on normally. In reality, the center of the button splits and opens upon squeezing the remote release which simultaneously fires the shutter of the camera. Over the years, the coat button disguise and the basic F-21 camera evolved. On type 1 of the button cradle, the diaphragm is controlled by a lever in the corner of the cradle. On type 2, the diaphragm settings can be made from the remote release handle. The type 3 button disguise was modified to allow for metering through a tiny hole near one edge of the button, since later versions of the F-21 camera has CdS metering. Short description of camera. I bring to your attention very rare vintage. Mini camera AJAX F-21 with manual for. This unique camera was kept till our time in non-working condition. Any defects not mentioned but visible in the pictures will be considered as described. The standard lens is OF-28T, 28/2.8, coated. There are 4 shutter speeds – B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. 1:2.8 (settings from 2.8 to 16). At f/5.6 depth-of-field is. Infinity At f/16 depth-of-field is. B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. L x H x W = 77x55x40 mm (3″x2.2″x1.6). 20 to 55° C or -4 to 131° F. Dear buyers, as you understand this camera for sale in non working condition – so for this item: RETURNING IS NOT ACCEPTED!! I will send all items to Worldwide. Be ready for these terms. All items will pack very securely, to fully ensure that – the item arrives safely. Also I will mark item as “gift”. Check my positive feedbacks from my happy customers. I guarantee you complete satisfaction with all my high quality products. Dear Buyers, as you know we have different time zones and I cannot stay all day at the computer. I may not be able to reply your questions emails immediately. We try hard to satisfy our buyers for 100%. Please visit my store; I always adding new items. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “world_antique” and is located in this country: UA.

Model: Ajax F-21
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation
Series: Krasnogorsk
Format: 21mm
Type: Subminiature Spy
Focus Type: Manual
Brand: KMZ Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk

AJAX F-21 Vintage USSR Soviet Military KGB SPY 21mm Mini Camera + Spool + Manual

September 15, 2021ajax21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, manual, military, mini, soviet, spool, ussr, vintage

A Committee of State Security of the USSR (KGB) is an allied-republican organ of state administration in the field of providing of state security at Council of Ministers of the USSR, formed on March, 13, 1954 by a selection from. Of the USSR of row of managements, services and departments. The organs of state security, boundary troops and troops of governmental connection, organs of military counter-intelligence, educational establishments and research establishments, were included in the system of KGB. Andropov, being Chairman, obtained the increase of status of organs of. And conclusion from the direct submission of Council of Ministers of the. On March, 20, 1991 got status of central organ of state administration the. By the headed minister of the. Abolished from Decembers, 3, 1991. The F-21 is a famous Soviet-made photo camera for concealed use; a spy camera in simple words. This model was in production at KMZ. Plant from 1951 to mid-1990’s. This camera was designed and made with its purpose in mind – it is very small, light, can shoot the entire roll of film from one fill wind of its spring-loaded motor. Picture quality was, of course, very important as well, so the F-21 features a very sharp, high-resolution lens and a reasonably large negative size. The frame is 18×24 mm, taken on a. So technically, using the. Terms, the F-21 is a half-frame camera. The F-21, as its name suggests, uses unperforated. This film is not readily available in stores, but can be easily cut from any 35 film using a. Slitter, either self-made or ordered from some submini stores. The camera was meant to use a. Long film, which would hold up to 20 frames. This limitation was determined decades ago by the thickness of the film; modern films are thinner and the F-21 cassette can hold longer strips of film. The cassette has to be loaded with film in the dark, but can be placed in the camera in daylight. It is made in the same was the dual cylinder Leitz and Zeiss cassttes were made – it opens inside the camera when the bottom locks are turned to “locked” position. F-21 Button Camera – An ingeniously concealed version of the F-21. Special housing with remote release attaches to the front of the camera. The camera remains concealed, while the front projects through a buttonhole. A coat button conceals the lens. In the center of the coat button are four holes with thread, as though the button is sewed on normally. In reality, the center of the button splits and opens upon squeezing the remote release which simultaneously fires the shutter of the camera. Over the years, the coat button disguise and the basic F-21 camera evolved. On type 1 of the button cradle, the diaphragm is controlled by a lever in the corner of the cradle. On type 2, the diaphragm settings can be made from the remote release handle. The type 3 button disguise was modified to allow for metering through a tiny hole near one edge of the button, since later versions of the F-21 camera has CdS metering. Short description of camera. I bring to your attention very rare vintage. (CCCP) Russian collectable, Soviet mini camera AJAX F-21 with spool and manual for. The camera body serial number: T81678. All features have been tested and work properly. Shutter speeds look appropriate. Glass on lenses is clean, no fungus. This unique camera was kept till our time in good condition. Any defects not mentioned but visible in the pictures will be considered as described. Getting such thing you do good capital investment. Every year the price for them will increase only! This camera is a stylish acquisition for collectors, good present or for everyday use! The standard lens is OF-28T, 28/2.8, coated. There are 4 shutter speeds – B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. 1:2.8 (settings from 2.8 to 16). At f/5.6 depth-of-field is. Infinity At f/16 depth-of-field is. B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100. L x H x W = 77x55x40 mm (3″x2.2″x1.6). 20 to 55° C or -4 to 131° F. I will send all items to Worldwide. Be ready for these terms. All items will pack very securely, to fully ensure that – the item arrives safely. Also I will mark item as “gift”. Check my positive feedbacks from my happy customers. I guarantee you complete satisfaction with all my high quality products. Dear Buyers, as you know we have different time zones and I cannot stay all day at the computer. I may not be able to reply your questions emails immediately. We try hard to satisfy our buyers for 100%. Please visit my store; I always adding new items. The item “AJAX F-21 Vintage USSR Soviet Military KGB SPY 21mm Mini Camera + Spool + Manual” is in sale since Wednesday, August 4, 2021. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “world_antique” and is located in Europe . This item can be shipped worldwide.

Bundled Items: Manual
S/n camera: T81678
Bundle Listing: Yes
Model: AJAX F-21
Country/Region of Manufacture: Russian Federation
Type: Subminiature Spy
MPN: Does Not Apply
Format: 21mm
Focus Type: Manual
Brand: KMZ Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk

Working Ajax F-21 Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera #5

December 27, 2020working21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, film, military, mini, russian, ussr, vintage, working

AJAX-12 (Russian: -12) also known by its factory designator F-21 is a mechanical miniature. Surveillance camera with a wind-up film-advance mechanism, built by the Krasnogorski Mekhanicheskii Zavod (KMZ). The Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk, between 1951 and 1995. During the Cold War, it was a very popular. Surveillance camera of the Soviet intelligence agency KGB and its sister organisations in the other countries. Of the Warsaw Pact, such as the Stasi (MfS). The camera body measures approx. 7 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm, excluding the lens. It has three different shutter speeds (1/10, 1/30 and 1/100). Plus a manual setting (lens continuously open). The image on the right shows a typical F-21 camera. A ring around the lens allows the diafragm to be set between 2.8 and 16. The shutter is released by pressing the shutter release button. On top of the camera (right in the image). Furthermore, it was possible to attach a remote control unit to the front of the camera. Allowing it to be used in a variety of concealments, such as a handbag. Once the picture is taken, the camera automatically winds to the next image, so that multiple photographs. Can be taken in quick succession. The auto-winder is fully mechanical and needs to be wound-up before use. To wind it up, the large knop at the top centre of the camera has to be turned clockwise, as indicated by a white arrow. There are no batteries involved whatsoever. The frame size is 18 x 24 mm, while the images are taken on a 21 mm film, resulting in rather sharp and good quality photographs. Compared to the subminiature cameras of those days, that had a 8 x 11 mm frame size. Compared to the later 35 mm cameras, such as the Kiev-35A and most domestic camera of the analogue era. The F-21 can be regarded as a half-frame camera. The design was clearly inspired on the wartime Robot Star. Cameras that also featured a windup mechanism. Dimensions 77 x 55 x 40 mm. Temperature -20°C to +55°C. Lens 28 mm f2.8. Focus Fixed at 5m, at f/5.6: 3.75-6.25 m, at f/16: 1.27 m. Speed B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100 sec. Frame size 18 x 24 mm. Cassette 14-100 exposures (depending on film thickness). Camera comes with two magazines and original plastic box. All shutter speeds work correctly. Serial number is covered. ALL PICTURES ARE ACTUAL, YOU RECEIVE WHAT YOU SEE. Camera will be carefully packed. The item “Working Ajax F-21 Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera #5″ is in sale since Monday, November 9, 2020. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “photosniper” and is located in Moscow, Moscow. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Model: Ajax
Format: 21 mm
Type: Subminiature
MPN: Does Not Apply
Brand: KMZ Zenit

Working Ajax F-21 Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera #4

December 10, 2020working21mm, ajax, camera, f-21, film, military, mini, russian, ussr, vintage, working

AJAX-12 (Russian: -12) also known by its factory designator F-21 is a mechanical miniature. Surveillance camera with a wind-up film-advance mechanism, built by the Krasnogorski Mekhanicheskii Zavod (KMZ). The Mechanical Factory of Krasnogorsk, between 1951 and 1995. During the Cold War, it was a very popular. Surveillance camera of the Soviet intelligence agency KGB and its sister organisations in the other countries. Of the Warsaw Pact, such as the Stasi (MfS). The camera body measures approx. 7 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm, excluding the lens. It has three different shutter speeds (1/10, 1/30 and 1/100). Plus a manual setting (lens continuously open). The image on the right shows a typical F-21 camera. A ring around the lens allows the diafragm to be set between 2.8 and 16. The shutter is released by pressing the shutter release button. On top of the camera (right in the image). Furthermore, it was possible to attach a remote control unit to the front of the camera. Allowing it to be used in a variety of concealments, such as a handbag. Once the picture is taken, the camera automatically winds to the next image, so that multiple photographs. Can be taken in quick succession. The auto-winder is fully mechanical and needs to be wound-up before use. To wind it up, the large knop at the top centre of the camera has to be turned clockwise, as indicated by a white arrow. There are no batteries involved whatsoever. The frame size is 18 x 24 mm, while the images are taken on a 21 mm film, resulting in rather sharp and good quality photographs. Compared to the subminiature cameras of those days, that had a 8 x 11 mm frame size. Compared to the later 35 mm cameras, such as the Kiev-35A and most domestic camera of the analogue era. The F-21 can be regarded as a half-frame camera. The design was clearly inspired on the wartime Robot Star. Cameras that also featured a windup mechanism. Dimensions 77 x 55 x 40 mm. Temperature -20°C to +55°C. Lens 28 mm f2.8. Focus Fixed at 5m, at f/5.6: 3.75-6.25 m, at f/16: 1.27 m. Speed B, 1/10, 1/30, 1/100 sec. Frame size 18 x 24 mm. Cassette 14-100 exposures (depending on film thickness). Camera comes with two magazines and original plastic box. All shutter speeds work correctly. Serial number is covered. ALL PICTURES ARE ACTUAL, YOU RECEIVE WHAT YOU SEE. Camera will be carefully packed. The item “Working Ajax F-21 Vintage USSR Russian Military KGB Spy Film 21mm Mini Camera #4″ is in sale since Monday, November 9, 2020. This item is in the category “Cameras & Photo\Film Photography\Film Cameras”. The seller is “photosniper” and is located in Moscow, Moscow. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Model: Ajax
Format: 21 mm
Type: Subminiature
MPN: Does Not Apply
Brand: KMZ Zenit

Vintage Subminiature Camera

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