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Founded by Ernst Leitz in 1849 to make telescopes in Germany, Leica ('Leitz' plus 'camera') has been known for high-end cameras and optics throughout its history. In 1925 the company released its revolutionary 35mm camera, which was generally regarded as the first true handheld. Leicas are especially sought by collectors today because even old ones, when serviced, can still work perfectly.

How did I start collecting cameras? Actually, I had an interest in photography as a kid and owned a darkroom by the… [more]

Collecting Paillard-Bolex cameras was something I started doing by accident. It was a combination of several intere… [more]

We both come from families that had collections and we both had collections as children. Jack lost his when his gra… [more]

Rob Niederman’s homage to (and collection of) late 19th century wood cameras. This site contains extensive galler… [read review or visit site]

If you're into box cameras, this site offers incredible detail on dozens of early models from 1880 to the 1920s. Al… [read review or visit site]

This showcase of vintage cameras and photography is plainly designed, but the camera collection and related referen… [read review or visit site]

While we couldn't read everthing - it's mostly in French - the images on this site speak for themselves. Its an ext… [read review or visit site]

Jack and Beverly Wilgus have put together a great trove of information and images of camera obscura-related photos … [read review or visit site]

With in-depth information on a variety of cameras and lenses from manufacturers like Canon, Nikon, Olympus, and Lei… [read review or visit site]

An impressive collection of antique and vintage cameras, this site features high-resolution images of over 120 came… [read review or visit site]

David Tristram Ludwig shares high resolution images of his in-depth personal collection of antique cameras, includi… [read review or visit site]
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