A Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 531 folding rangefinder camera in Very Good Used Condition, fitted with the Carl Zeiss Tessar 75mm f/3.5 lens. A premium pre‑war/post‑war 6×4.5 medium‑format folder known for its coupled rangefinder, compact design, and excellent Tessar optics.
CONDITION
Camera – Good Used Condition
Shutter fires across marked speeds
Tessar 75mm f/3.5 lens clean with no haze or fungus observed
Aperture blades clean and responsive
Rangefinder patch visible and aligns correctly (adjust if needed)
Bellows appear light‑tight on inspection
Focus stiff and would need attention to work as it should, but it is possible to adjust as it is.
Folding mechanism opens, locks, and closes correctly
Body shows light cosmetic wear consistent with age
Viewfinder clear with light age‑related dust
No dents, cracks, or structural issues
INCLUDED
Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 531 camera
Carl Zeiss Tessar 75mm f/3.5 lens
KEY FEATURES
Zeiss Ikon Super Ikonta 531 folding rangefinder
6×4.5 format on 120 roll film
Carl Zeiss Tessar 75mm f/3.5 lens
Coupled rangefinder focusing
Compact folding metal body
Mechanical shutter
Manual focus and aperture control
High‑quality German engineering
Ideal for collectors or medium‑format enthusiasts
COLLECTOR NOTES
The Super Ikonta 531 is one of Zeiss Ikon’s most desirable compact folders, offering a coupled rangefinder and the renowned Tessar 75mm f/3.5 lens. Clean, working examples remain highly sought after by collectors and film photographers looking for a premium 6×4.5 folding camera.
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