Beier Beirax (1936–)
A folding bellows medium format camera made in Germany for 120 roll film, producing 6×9 negatives.
Overview
The Beier Beirax is a medium format folding camera produced by Kamera-Fabrik Woldemar Beier starting in 1936. Designed for amateur photographers, it emphasizes portability and reliable operation through a simple, no-frills engineering approach. The camera uses 120 roll film to produce 6×9 cm negatives and features a triplet lens that delivers a soft, graceful image rendition.
Specifications
| Film Format | 120 roll film |
| Negative Format | 6×9 negatives |
| Lens | triplet lens |
| Product Type | folding bellows medium format camera |
| Manufacturer | Kamera-Fabrik Woldemar Beier |
| Production Years | starting in 1936 |
Design
The Beirax uses a folding bed construction with a collapsing bellows system, enabling the lens standard to retract for compact storage. Its design prioritizes portability and practicality, reflecting a pragmatic engineering philosophy with minimal embellishment.
Context
Positioned for amateur photographers, the Beirax balanced portability and reliability, offering a straightforward shooting experience. It was engineered to deliver consistent results with a lens that renders 6×9 negatives with a quiet, unforced grace.
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Related Models
- Beier Beirax 1936 (1936)
- Beier Beirax 1950 (1950)