Franka Kamera Werk Cameras
Here are the Franka cameras in my collection with date of introduction and film type.
The Categories ⓘ
The Art Deco cameras on this site are divided into 5 Deco categories - Proto Deco, Classic Deco, Streamlined Deco, Deco Influenced and Post Deco.
Star System ⓘ
I use a star system to show Deco strength. Each camera is rated by how strongly it embodies Art Deco style, from iconic five-star classics to those with incidental Deco elements.
Franka
| Model | Date | Film | |
|---|---|---|---|
Solida III![]() ![]() | 1951 | 120 |
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History
The Franka-Kamerawerk in Bayreuth was in its time the biggest camera factory in the Bavarian region of Oberfranken (Upper Frankonia). From 1909 to 1966 it built inexpensive cameras. It was bought by Wirgin in 1962.
