Minolta Weathermatic A: Colorful, Waterproof, Fun
Bright yellow was a popular color for waterproof electronics in the 1980s; the Sony Walkman is a prime example. Minolta followed suit with its bright yellow waterproof cameras, one “for…
Seagull 4BI: 6×6 TLR from Shanghai Seagull Camera Co.
China’s Shanghai Seagull Camera Co. has produced over 20 million cameras since its inception in 1958. The line includes high-quality models on a par with well-known and highly rated comparable…
Nikon N4004: An Early Autofocus Film SLR
A PHSNE member’s collection boasts a Nikon N4004, the North American version of the Nikon F-401. Introduced in 1987, it was one of Nikon’s earliest models designed for novices. Its…
Leica R4: A Leitz-Minolta SLR Collaboration
A PHSNE member is thrilled with the newest acquisition to his collection, a Leica R4. “The Leica R4 family of Leica 35mm SLR cameras was launched in 1980. The initial…
The Pioneering Sony Mavica: Video and Stills on Video Floppy Discs
In August 1981, Sony unveiled a prototype of the Sony Mavica as the “world’s first electronic still camera.” The Mavica (Magnetic Video Camera) was a brand of Sony cameras which…