Robot 1
ROBOT - 1934 - GERMANY (DUSSELDORF)
- Compact
- 35 mm
- Very Rare
Crafted by Otto Berning & Co. and later known as Robot, the Robot camera emerged in 1934 as a remarkable testament to innovation during its era.
Distinguished by its ingenuity, the camera employed regular 35mm film on a shorter stroke to create square 24x24mm frames. A standout feature was its distinctive clockwork mechanism for automated film advancement, enabling rapid succession of shots without necessitating a finger lift. In essence, the Robot 1 can be hailed as the pioneer of successful motorized 35mm still cameras.
This innovative attribute, coupled with the camera sturdy stainless steel construction, earned it a favored status, notably within the German military. Special versions found a home in the German Luftwaffe, underscoring its distinct utility.
Associated project shares
- 1 Share of the 99 Cameras Club project
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Note : This Collectible is not an official product from the represented camera manufacturer. It is a replica of an individual camera from the club's collection and holds no rights or relationships with its manufacturer. It should be regarded only as a token of patronage to the 99 Cameras Club.
ROBOT - 1934 - GERMANY (DUSSELDORF)
- Compact
- 35 mm
- Very Rare
Crafted by Otto Berning & Co. and later known as Robot, the Robot camera emerged in 1934 as a remarkable testament to innovation during its era.
Distinguished by its ingenuity, the camera employed regular 35mm film on a shorter stroke to create square 24x24mm frames. A standout feature was its distinctive clockwork mechanism for automated film advancement, enabling rapid succession of shots without necessitating a finger lift. In essence, the Robot 1 can be hailed as the pioneer of successful motorized 35mm still cameras.
This innovative attribute, coupled with the camera sturdy stainless steel construction, earned it a favored status, notably within the German military. Special versions found a home in the German Luftwaffe, underscoring its distinct utility.
Associated project shares
- 1 Share of the 99 Cameras Club project
Discover the club's camera collection.
99 Cameras Club for updates.
Read the term and conditions.
Note : This Collectible is not an official product from the represented camera manufacturer. It is a replica of an individual camera from the club's collection and holds no rights or relationships with its manufacturer. It should be regarded only as a token of patronage to the 99 Cameras Club.
