Voigtländer Prominent 35mm Rangefinder Camera with 50mm f/1.5 Nokton Lens

A precision-built German rangefinder from the 1950s, the Voigtländer Prominent was designed to compete with Leica and Contax. Paired with the ultra-fast 50mm f/1.5 Nokton lens, this system delivers exceptional optical performance and mechanical finesse.

Key Features:

• 50mm f/1.5 Nokton lens – 7-element design, sharp with smooth bokeh
• Synchro-Compur MXV leaf shutter – speeds from 1s to 1/500 + Bulb
• Coupled rangefinder with bright, accurate focusing
• Unique Prominent bayonet mount for interchangeable lenses
• Cold shoe with M and X flash sync options
• Solid metal construction – approx. 884g
• Manufactured in Braunschweig, Germany (1952–1958)

Collector Notes:

• The Nokton f/1.5 was Voigtländer’s flagship lens, rivaling Leica’s Summilux
• Compatible with rare accessories like reflex housings and Turnit finders
• Increasingly rare in working condition, especially with the Nokton lens
• Ideal for collectors, display, or classic film photography

Good Condition:

Cosmetically good, shutter fires, lens has minor haze

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