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..KODAK''
Is our registeredand common-
law trade mark and cannot
be rightf ully applied except
to goods of our manufacture.
When a dealer tries to sell
you a cameraor films or other
goods not of our manufacture
under the Kodak name, yoLr
can be sure that he has an
inferior article that he is try-
irg to market on the Kodak
reputation,and he also makes
himself liable to suit by Lrs
for damages and injunction.
rf it isru't ara Easlnaaru,
it isn't a Kocdah
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The Whole World Kodaks
the appeal of photography is universal - the desire for pictures
of the things that interest the individual is innate in mankind.
And the whole world Kodaks because the peoples of Europe
and Austraria, of the orient and of the occident, as well as of
this hemisphere, have come to know that in the photographic
field, the Kodak is preeminent in qr,ralityand dependability as no
other one article in any other field is; and they have come to
the ftrrther realization of thc fact, even though they never may
have heard the phrase-Kodak means photography with the
bother left out.
"The whole world Kodaks" then, becauseof the convenience
-the simplicity of the Kodak. Thirty-two years ago, we started.
to manufacture photographic goods. In the production of these
goods, we conceived the idea of a camera which would make
picture taking easier than any of. the then existing cameras, ani
in 1888, or twenty-four years ago, we offered such a camera, built
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upon the idea of simplicity. This camera was considered a
remarkably compact and ingenious instrument. Its simplicity
made it very popular. It was the first Kodak.
To-day the idea Lrponwhich this Kodak r,vasbuilt still obtains.
It has been the underlying idea in the construction of every
Kodak, year after year, from that time up to the present.
Trventy-forlr years of Kodak making, twenty-four years of
striving after simplicity, have produced the marvelously simple
Kodaks of to-day, which, if compared with the model of 1888,
the simplest camera of its time, would make it seem a crude,
clumsy, subject for ridicule. Simplicity, combined with quaLity
and dependability, is the foundation of the Kodak reputation.
"The whole worid Kodaks" because we have simplified
as well all the processes for the making of the pictures.
The Kodak Film Tank has made development, that former
bugbear for the beginner, a perfectly simple matter. It lvill
automatically develop film without the use of a dark room, just
as well for the novice as for the veteran, and do it more perfectly
than could an expert by the old dark room method. The trans-
parent non-curling Kodak film and Velox paper have made the
finishing of prints a simple delight. The dark room is absolutely
eliminated. All chemicals come ready prepared; the carefully
written instruction books explain briefly but cleariy every step of
picttire making for those who wish to do it all.
But if you prefer not to develop and print, the old effs1-
"yott press the button ; we do the lssf "-[olds good, not only
so far as we are concerned, but there are thousands of others
the world over, who will finish yortr pictures for you.
" The whole lvorld Kodaks " because Kodakery, as well as
simplifying, has wonderfully increased the scope of amateur
photography. Faster fiim, faster lenses, accurate shutters, have
made picture taking easy under conditions formerly considerec
impossible" And Kodak film gives truer color values than does
any other film. It has unmatched orthochromatic quality. Ilut
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most important of all is the dependability of Kodak Film- the
certainty with which it gives the best possible results from every
exposrlre, the latitude which makes up in a remarkable degree
for.errors of judgment in exposrlresby the amateur.
" The whole world Kodaks " because there is a Kodak or
Brownie carxera to suit the requirements and the purse of
everyone. The Folding Pocket Kodaks, differing iittle except in
size, are, perhaps, best suited to the average man or woman.
The Special Kodaks are eqr-rallysimple and with their high speecl
icnses are instruments of wonderful capabilities, while the
Speed Kodaks not only cover the special field of their own, which
their name indicates, but are perfectly practical for every kind of
work that any hancl camera will do. And then there is the new
Vest Pocket Kodak. wherever you are going, however crampecl
for space, this wonderfully compact little camera can accompany
you unobtrusively - and it is always ready for action
The Brownie cameras are often called ,,little cousins of the
Kodaks," for they are made in Kodak factories by Kodak work-
men, and they load in daylight with Kodak cartridges. very
simple in construction, very inexpensive, they are used with
marked success,not only by school children, but by thousands of
grown up amateurs, the world over.
If you have read so far, a word of warning will not be amiss.
So great has the reputation of Kodak become that there are
those who would wrongfully trade upon it. Genuine Kodak
goods are made only by the Eastman Kodak company. Look
for the name " Eastman " on the goods, taking especial care in
the pr-rrchaseof films, particr-rlarlywhen traveling, that no inferior
srrbstitute is thrust upon you. Look for ,, N. c." on the carton
and "Kodak" on the spool end.
If it isn't arc Eastnnan, it isn't a l{odah. n
EASTMAN KODAK CO.Rocunsrrn, Nnr,v Yonx
{. The Kodak City,'
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Automatic Shutters
Kodak Ball Bearing Shutter
This shutter is automatic and. embodies a new principle in
shtttter construction, operating with remarkable srnoothness ancl
precision. The leaves are made in
five segments, mounted entirely .on
ball bearings, and open and close
in the form of a star, admitting a
much larger amount of light in the
same space of time than any other
type of shutter. AII but the No. 0
work with br"rlb or finger release ancl
have variable indicated speeds of
EtE,5t6and 1$o second, as well as bulb and bulb time exposures.
They are also fitted with indicator for registering each
exposure as made and iris diaphragm.
Supplied with trolding Pocket Kodaks, Nos. 1A, R. R. Type ;
3, 3A and 4. The No. 0 is supplied with the Vest Pocket
Kodak and is similar to the above in all respects excepting that
it works rvith finger release only, has variable speeds of eb. and
sru second and has no registering device.
Pocket Automatic Shutter
This shutter has star-shaped opening and is automatic in
action. For snap-shots, a single pressrlre of the lever makes
the exposure. When set at ,'B", the
shutter opens at one pressure and
closes when released. At " T ", one
pressLrreopens the shutter and another
closes it. Fitted with iris diaphragm
stops and regularly supplied with Nos.
1 and 1,\ trolding Pocket Kodaks,
and Nos . 2 and 2A F olding Pocket
Rrownies.
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Automatic Shutters
F. P. K. Automatic Shutter
This shutter is always set, works with either bulb or
finger release for time, bulb or snap-shot exposures. when
set at " I " pressLlreon release makes
instantaneorls exposure of Bto of a' Ii
second. When set at ,,R", the shut-II ter opens at one pressrlre and closes
when released. At ,,T", one pres-
srlre opens the shutter and another
closes it.
This shutter is fitted with iris ;; "
diaphragm stops, graduated from No. 4 to 128.
Supplied on the Nos. 3 and 3A Folding Brownies.
Compound Shutter
"t The Compound Shutter is an automatic and setting shutter
combined. Automaticalry, either time or bulb exposures may be
made, while it may be set for speeds of from 1 to 1|-6, s-f6 ancl
ulu second, according to size of shutter. The shutter leaves are
formed of segments opening in star shape, giving even illumina-
tion over the entire plate the instant the exposure is started,
and an iris diaphragm is supplied for
stopping down.
Case is made of aluminum, and
accurate adjustments can be made
with the shutter in any position.
Regularly suppliedon the Nos.1 A, 3
and 3A Special Kodaks and as a special
equipment with the Nos. 1.A, R. R.
Typ.;3, 3A, 4 and4A Folding Kodaks.
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Kodak Automatic Shutter and
Koclak Autotime Scale
The Kodak Automatic Shutter is carefully adjusted for tirne, bulb
and instantaneous exposures. It is also graduated for fractional parts
of a becond, and is unusually accurate
Lrpon all its speeds.
This shutter is regularly fitted with
the Kodak Autotime Scale and is supplied
as a special equipment on the Nos. 1A
R. It. Typ", 3, 3A and 4 Folding Pocket
Kodaks.
The Kodak Autotime Scale greatly
reduces the liability of error in exposure,
as it automatically indicates the proper
time and stop opening for subjects under
any condition of outdoor photography.
It is exceedingly simple to use. The
speed indicator is merelv set at the
point on the scale indicating the kind of light pr'evailing and
the diaphragm indicator at the point indicating the character of the
subject. No calculations are necessary.
These scales are also supplied at a norninal charge for the
following shutters, and will be found a very great convenieice. They
can be readiiy attached by any amateur in a few moments. Always
designate by Style letter as below.
A. For use with Kodak Ball Bearingshutter,2fu x 4/a and B/ x 4%. ltyfe
Style AA._ Iior use lr.ith l(odak Ball Bearingshutter,3/ x bl and 4 x b.-
Style.B. For usewith F. P. K. Automatic,2)l xa/ andiJ/ax4r/+,No. 1 S. V.
(Blair or Premo)Automatic,or No. 1 ts. & L. S. V. Automaticshutters. l
Style BB. Iror use'\'ith F. P. K. Automatic,
3 r / x b l a n d 4 x 5 , N o . 2 S . V . ( B l a i r o r
Premo) Automatic, or No.2 B.& L. S. V.
Automatic shutters.
Style C. Iror use I'ith Kodak Automatic
shutter, :)t/ x 4/.
Style CC. For use with Kodak Automatic
shutter, 3/ x 5l and 4 x 5.
Style D. For use with B. & L. Automatic and
Century Automatic shutters, Br/ x a/.
Style DD. For use with B. & L. Automatic
and Century Automatic shutters, 3/ x
5fu and-1 x 5.
Style DDD. For use with B. & L. Auto-
matic shutter, 4r/ x 6%.
Autotime Scale, any style, $1.00.
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No. l trolding
Pocket Kodak
This excellent little Kodak is designed for those who wish a
compact folding camera, which can be easily carried in the pocket
and which will make pictures without the n-ecessity of focusing or
estimating distances.
opening the- camera the front springs automatically into . 9po.t
position, at once for making pictures of odjects atany disiance. .I".udy-
A reversible finder composition easy, and slight pressure of -makes
the shutter lever makes the exposure.
when closed the bed folds over front and bellows, concealing
all adjustments, and the camera can then be very convenientlv
carried in any coat pocket. The lens is a meniscus achromatic of
the best quality, and camera is made of aluminum, with best seal
grain leather covering and nickeled fittings. with the aid of a Kodak
Portrait Attachment this camera will mike good. size bust portraits.
In Detail
For rectangular 2% 3% inches. Capacity, 12 ex_ -pictures, posures without reloading. Size of " Kodak, 6% x Bfu- x 7fu inches.
weight, 16 ounces. Lens, meniscus achromatic, 4-inch focus.
Shutter, Pocket Autornatic. (See page G.) Brilliant reversible finder.
The Price
I{". 1 F. P. K.' with meniscusachromaticlens,Pocket Automatic shutter S10.00
Black Sole Leather Carrying Case,with strap 1'zb
N. C. Film Cartridge,12 exposures,Zir(xTt(, .40
Ditto, 6_exposures .20
Kodak Portrait Attachment .b0
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No. 1A Folding
Pocket Kodak
Made upon the same principle as the No. 1, this model is operated
in precisely the same way, but makes 2% * 4r/ pictures. This is one
of the most desirable amateur sizes, as it lends itself to many artistic
compositions. It is particularly pleasing for horizontal landscapes'
for full and three-quarter length portraits and for bust pictures when
the camera is fitted with Kodak Portrait Attachment.
Like the No. 1, the camera requires no focusing, it may be carried
in any coat pocket without trouble, and it is always ready for action.
It offers opportunity for rnaking good size, artistic pictures with
the minimum of effort and at very slight e>ipense. Made of aluminum,
with seal grain covering. All metal parts nickeled.
In Detail
For rectangular pictures, 2l x a/ inches. Capacity, 12 ex-
posures without reloading. Size of Kodak, 7 % x 3% x l% inches.
Weight, 20 ounces. Lens, meniscus achromatic, 5-inch focus. Shutter,
Pocket Automatic. (See page 6.) Brilliant reversible finder.
The Price
No. 1A Folding Pocket Kodak, with meniscusachromaticlens, Pocket
Automaticshutter
Iltack Sole Leather Case,with shoulderstrap 7.25
N. C. Film Cartridge,12 exposures,2f * 4/+ . .50
Ditto,6exposures. .25
Kodak Portrait Attachment .50
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No. 1A trolding Pocket
Kodak-R. R. Type
'I'he 2r/ x 4t/+ size is such an all-around desirable size for
arnate_ur pictures that a model with greater capabilities than the
regular No. 1A is preferred by many. This model offers the advan-
tage of double R. R. lens, which means more speed and better
definition. And the lens is mounted in the Kodak Ball Bearing shut-
ter. This equipment cannot be excelled outside of the anastigmats.
A compact, inexpensive outfit considering its capabilities, and
one which, though suitable for the most serious work, will slip readily
into the pocket, and is so simple that it may be effectively handleil
by the beginner.
In Detail
For rectangular pictures, 2% * 1% inches. Capacity, 12
exposures without reloading. Size of Kodak, 8 2 x 3z/ inches.
Weight, 23 ounces. Lens, double combination, "rapid rectilinear,
speed, ,f. 8, focal length, 5 inches. Shutter, Kodak Ball Bearing.
(See page 6.) Automatic focusing lock. Two tripod socketi.
Brilliant reversible finder.
The Price
No. 1A F. P. K., R. R. Type, R. R. lens, Kodak Ball Rearingshutter . . S15.00
Ditto, rn'ithKodak Automatic shutterand ZeissKodak anastigmatlens,,f,,6..i)40.b0
I]-tttg,with Compoundshutter,highestspeedufu- -. second . 46.90
Illack Sole LeatherCarryingCase,u-ith strap 7.Zs
N. C. Film Cartridge,12 exposures,2f x 4/ .50
Ditto, 6 exposures .Zb
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Vest Pocket Kodak
No matter how many cameras yott may have, there are times
when a vest pocket edition of your larger instrttmcnt will be
appreciated. That's just what the Vest Pocket Kodak i5 - a
miniature Kodak-so flat and smooth
and smali as to go readily into a vest
pocket, so carefully made as to be
capable of the highest grade of work.
The pictures that this little Kodak
make are f% x 2% inches. Owing,
however, to the superior definition given
by the Vest Pocket Kodak lens, enlarge-
ments may readily be made from the
negatives. In post-card size (3/ x Sfu
inches) they are particularly attractive,
and may be had at fifteen cents each, or
the Kodaker may readily make his own,
in this size, with a Vest Pocket Kodak
Enlarging camera. ( See page 39.) Of
corlrse, enlargements may be made in a
still greater size by the usual methods.
Made to be always ready for action,
it is only necessary to pull out the front
to its full extent and the Vest Pocket
Kodak is in focus for objects at any
distance. The shutter is the Kodak
Ball Bearing; working automatically for
time, bulb, e,lsand atoof a second with an
exceptionally convenient finger release,
' and is fitted with iris diaphragm and the
Kodak Autotime Scale. The lens is a
meniscns achromatic of exceptional
quaiity and each one is given a rigid test. Actual Size
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Vest Pocket K odak
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The trilm cartridges for the vest pocket Kodak contain eight
exposures each and, of course, have the Kodak daylight loading
feature. Another feature is the extreme simplicity in loading -
nothing trappy or fussy about it. Indeed, the operation of the
camera is simple in every detail, nothing in the way of simplicity
or efficiency ha',-ingbeen sacrificed in order to reduce the size.
Quality marks the vest pocket Kodak in every detail. It is
not made small so that we can prod"ucea cheap camera ; it is made
small for the sake of convenience. The small price is simply
the result of our manufacturing facilities.
In Detail
For re.ctangular .pictures, rv;i ! 2% inches. capacity,'weighl,g ex- posures without reloading. Size of Kodak, I x 2s/s 4'%.
gyry.r.. Lens, meniscusachromatic,B-inchro..ir. " Shuiter, KoEak ? Ball No- 0. (See page 6.) Brilriant reversible finder. arr .Rearing
metal body, black enamel finiJh and black leather bellows.
Price
Vest Pocket lens and Kodak Ball Bearing shutter :"1r:,T"lt.:"..achromatic . s6.00 Leather Case .75 Cartriage, ly. 9.,lilm A u*po".,."", tft xZ'y .20 Kodak Portrait Attachmenl .50
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No.3 troldit-tgPocket Kodak
'fhose
who prefer pictures of the 3 % * 4/a size will find this
model a wonderfully compact, convenient and efificient camera,
with which they can secLlrepictures of this pleasing proportion.
It is a splendid camera for snap:s161
photography, for it is fitted with the best
R. R. lens obtainable, mottnted in the
I(odak Ball Bearing shutter. This shtttter
having star shaped leaves, admits mttch
more light than the ordinary two winged
shutter, and it is graduated for fi, uruand
1-]6 second, as well as for time and bulb expostlres.
The camera is equipped with rising and sliding flsnf - a
great convenience in architectural and many forms of landscape
photography, and an automatic focusing lock is provided so that
the camera can quickly be brought to foctts for any distance. It
has brilliant reversibie finder, two tripod sockets and atttonatic
standard clamp locking firmly at any point on the bed where
released.
While the came ra, of course, is designed for the use of our
ro11films, it can be loacledwith plates at any time by the addition
of a simple plate adapter or combination back. This is inter-
changeable with the regular back, is provided r,vith ground glass
for focusing and takes dor.rbleplate holders. (See similar back
illustrated on page 16.)
For those who make lantern slides, this camera is especially
desirable, for the size, 3/ x 4%, is just right for slide making
without either enlargement or reduction.
The instrument can be readily carried in the ordinary coat
pocket and is handsomely finished throughout. Box and bed are
of aluminum, metal parts are highly nickeled, and covering is of
fine quality grain leather.
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No. 3A trolding P&ket Kodak
Of all amateur pictures, the 3A (3% 5%) is the most
" popular size. Its proportions are just right for post-cards, it is
unusually effective for landscape photography and -for street
scenes when used horizontally ; while vertically it is ideal for
portraiture whether full length, or heacl
and shoulders with the Kodak Portrait
Attachment. It is a general favorite
among tourists, automobilists,vacationists
'and others requiring a light, compact
outfit which can be thoroughly depended
t1DOn.
This model is fitted with Koclak Ball Bearing shutter, which
makes it especially effective for instantaneous work, and the best
R. R. lens obtainable outside of the anastigmats. It has rising,
sliding and falling front, automatic focusing lock, reversible finder
and two tripod sockets. And'uvhile thus equipped for the most
serious work, it can be effectively handled even by the absolute
novice.
Like the No. 3, it
will accommodate plates
as well as films by the
simple addition of a
combinationback,rvhich
is interchangeable with
the regular back. This
may be secttred from
any dealer, it is fitted Showing Combination Back v'ith Focusing Screen
with ground glass and takes double plate holders.
This camera is covered with fine grain best quality leather,
has nickeled fittings and in every detail is an attractive and
capable instrument.
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No.3A trolding
Pocket Kodak
In Detail ;;
For rectangular pictures, 3t/ x 5l inches. Capacity, l0
exposures without reloading. Size of Kodak,9% t 4% *Lft inches.
Weight, 41 ounces. Lens, double combination, rapid rectilinear, speed,
f. E, f.ocal length, 6rf inches. Shutter, Kodak, Ball Bearing. (See
page 6.) Two tripod sockets. Brilliant reversible finder with hood.
Automatic focusing lock for films. Double focusing scale for films or
Plates'
The Price
No.3A F. P. Kodak, R. R. lens,Kodak Ball Bearingshutter $20.00
Ditto, with Kodak Automaticshutter 25.00
Ditto, with Compoundshutter,highestspeed2f6 second,and ZeissKodak
anastigmatlens,f 6.3 6I.40
Black Sole Leather Case,rn'ithstrap 1 50
CombinationBack . 3,50
DoubleGlassPlate Holders,3% x5%, each 1.00
N. C. Film Cartridge,10 exposures,3/ x 5l .70
Ditto. 6 exposures .40
Ditto, " double-twot' cartridge,4 exposures .30
Kodak Portrait Attachment .50
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Special K odaks
The idea of the Special Kodaks is to provide an instrument
for general amateur photography, which, without sacrifice of the
underlying idea of Kodak simplicity, will leave nothing to be
desired by the rlser, whether he bc a beginner or an expert.
Aside from the rcquirements of the
focal plane spccialists, for whom we suppl1,
the Speed Kodaks, there is no condition
under rvhich amateur pictures can possibly
be made, in lvhich these cameras rvill not
produce the best of results. Two years
ngo, we offered the No. 3A Special, last
year, the No. 3, and this year we have
added the No. 1,A' Special. So that now those who wish the
very best to be had ,can get a Special l(odak in any one of
the three most popular amatettr sizes.
'. These cameras are fitted with the Zeiss Kodak Anastigmat
16ns and Compound. shutter, which latter attains a speed of eio
..second in the 1,A.and 3 sizes, and u;, second in the 3A size.
These fast lenses give the Specials a grcat advantage over the
ordinary camera in dull lights, and in combination with the Com-
pound shutter, make them second only to cameras having focal
plane shutters for photographing rapidly moving objects.
They have rising and sliding fronts, reversible finders, rack
and pinion for focusing, spirit levels, in fact every convenience
that can be put into a film camera. The 3 and 3A sizes will
take plates by addition of a combination back (supplied extra).
Made as the last word in photographic perfection, these
cameras are beautifully finished. Covered with genuine Persian
morocco, with rich black ieather bellows and nickeled fittings,
they bear thc impress of the quality that is in them.
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No. 4 Folding Pocket Kodak
The No. 4 trolding Pocket Kodak is designed to provide
those who pref er 1 x 5 pictures with a camera having the same
con'u'eniencesand the same depenclability as the 3A. It is, in
fact,.similar to that model in every essential respect excepting
in the size'of the pictures which it rnakes.
Ancl there are many photographers lvho prefer
the 4 x 5 proportion on account of its suitability
for compositions of any character in either
the vertical or horizontal position, and als;o the
comparatively large size which it is possible to
get of the objects in the composition.
The optical equipment is precisely the same as that of the
3A - the best quality of R. R. lens, mottnted in the Kodak Ball
Bearing shutter. This equipment makes the camera very
effective for snap-shot rvork as the lens worli s at f. 8 and the
star shaped shutter lcaves admit mttch more light in a given time
than does the ordinary shutter.
The cameri is provided with rising and sliding front, reversible
brilliant finder, automatic focusing lock and two tripod sockets.
While thus equipped for a wide range of work, it may be carried
in a top coat pocket and may be easily handled by the beginner
as rvell as the advanced amatettr.
Fitted with Kodak Portrait Attachment, this model is excellent
for bust portraits, as it can be focused as close as 2 feet 8 inches
to the subject, prodr-icing a very large portrait.
A glass plate adapter with focusing screen, ancl interchange-
able with the regular back, may be had from your dealer, and
the camera can then be loaded with plates whenever desired.
Constructed with the usr,ral Kodak skill, covered with best
quality seal grain leather and all metal parts are beautifully
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No. 4A troldi.g Kodak
For very large size pictures, we offer the No. 4,A' Folding
Kodak - a camera which combines all the simple and con-
venient Kodak features in a very light and compact camera,
considering the proportions of the picture it tnakes. It is fully 1
equipped for out of the ordinary work,
as well as for snap-shot and general a{I amateur photography.
One of its special features is its
adaptability to home portraiture. Fitted
rvith the Kodak Portrait Attachrnent,
it rvill make bust portraits up to the full
size of the film, as it may be operated as
close as 3l feet to the subject. A plate adapteruvith focusing
scrcen, interchangeable rvith the regular back, will permit the
use of dry plates if desired.
j," The shutter supplied with this model is a double uui,r" auto-
matic, which r,vorks not only for time and bulb expostlres, but is
also graduated in fractional parts of a second from 1$6 to 1.
The lens is a Rapid Rectilinear of the same high quality as those
supplied with the preceding Kodaks.
The camera is equipped with rising and sliding front, rack
and pinion for easy focusing two tripod sockets and a very
positive automatic standard clamp. The regular finder is a
brilliant reversible, but when desired., a direct view finder can
be furnished for specially quick snap-shot rvork with the camera
held on a level with the eyes.
Constructed with the same care and attention to detail as
the preceding model, the No. 4,.A'is just as simple to operate,
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N o. 1A Speed K odak
Simple to operate, small enough to be carried in a top coat
pocket, this Kodak, as its name implies, is suitable for the very
highest speed photography.
And although it will easily make pictures of the fastest 1t
moving objects, such as automobiles, express l
trains, athletes and race horses, it can be just
as easily used for home portraiture, and all
other ordinary amateur work.
Its high speed is attainerl by the incorpora-
tion of a focal plane shutter in its construction.
This shutter is of the rvell known Graflex
Focal Plane type, which is provided with a curtain having a
series of slots of varying widths. This curtain, in combination
r,vith a speed tension regulator, permits a latitude of exposures
varying from r#o of a second.to very slow instantaneous, bnlb,
or time exposlrres. The shutter can be instantly wor-rndby the
half turn of a key, ancl released by merely totrching a lever.
The finder of the No. 1-.A.Speed is of
the direct view type for use with the camera ,4
held on a level with the eyes. This is sup-
plemcnted by a mirror attachment, which 1
springs up at an angle of. 45 degrees, for
location and composition of subjects with
the Kodak held in any other position.
Rack and pinion is furnished for eas,r"
focusing, metal parts have gun-metal finish,
and covering is a very fine grain leather.
The size of picture,2% x 4%, is suitable
for any style of composition, and is very
desirable for portraiture.
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No. 1A
Speed Kodak
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rn Detail
For rectangular picturer, 2% x Ari inches. Capacity, 12
exposureswithout reloading. Size of Kodak , 2% * 4% 9zf inches.
Weight, 3 pounds. Shutter, Graflex focal plane, speed"rotuo-second
to slow instantaneous. Rack and pinior for focusing, automatic
standard clamp, and tripod socket. Direct view findeiwith mirror
attachment. Automatic safety blind for protecting film when shutter
is wound.
The Pric
{g. 1n Spegd Kodak, Graflex focal plane shutter, without lens . $38.00
Ditto, with Zeiss Kodak anastismat iens No. Z, f.6.9 . 60.00
Ditto, with Series IIb R. & L. Zeiss Tessar lens"No. 4,f. 6.9 . 72.50
Ditto, with Cooke Series IV lens No. 2,5,f. b.6 . . 76.00
Ditto, rn'ith Series Ic B. & L. Zeiss Tessar lens No. L4. f. 4.b . . 78.50
tslack Sole Learher Carrying Case, rrrith strap . 1.50
N. C. Film Cartridge, 1Z-exposures,2l x 4'r( . .50
Ditto, 6 exposures . .25
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