Imperial Six-Twenty
Specification
| Manufacturer | : | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Produced | : | 1961 |
| Classification | : | Medium Format |
| Body Type | : | Box |
| Construction | : | Plastic |
| Film Type | : | 620 |
| Film Width | : | 62mm |
| ImageSize | : | 2¼ x 2¼ in |
| No. of Images | : | 12 |
| Lens Type | : | Meniscus |
| Focus Type | : | Fixed |
| Focal Length | : | 80mm |
| Focal Range | : | 5ft - inf. |
| Aperture Type | : | fixed |
| Aperture | : | f/16 |
| Shutter Type | : | Rotary |
| Shutter Speeds | : | I*(1/100 sec) |
| Size (w x h x d) | : | 85 x 100 x 87 mm |
| Weight | : | 178g |
| * Measured on this camera | ||
Art Deco Credentials
Acceptable: Modest and restricted
- Produced Post Art Deco period.
- Moulded Plastic Body.
- Ribbed Body.
- Triple line pattern on facia.
- Contrasting red winding knob
- Concentric spepped circles on winder.
Description
Imperial six-twenty is an all plastic box, with only one speed and a meniscus lens. It shares the majority of its components with the Herbert George Official Girl Scout camera. It is descibed on the front as being a 'Snap Shot Camera'. This simply means that there are no controls other than the shutter release. Early models of this camera had the name 'Herco' on them. This was because prior to 1961, the Imperial Company was known as the Herbert George Company. These early cameras did not have the red winder.
How to Use
This camera takes 620 film which is still available from selected photographic outlets. Although the actual film is the same as 120 film, the spools are different. The 620 spools are slightly shorter and have a smaller diameter. Do not use 120 film in this camera because it will jam and may snap. It is possible to cut down a spool of 120 film to fit or to re-spool some 120 film onto 620 spools in a darkroom or changing bag.
Don't forget to ask for your 620 spool back when getting the film developed.<
This camera works best with ISO 100 film on a sunny day. ISO 160 film like Portra will work well.
Don't forget to ask for your 620 spool back when getting the film developed.