Contax 645 AF
A medium format film camera with autofocus, announced in 1998 and designed in Germany.
Overview
The Contax 645 AF is a medium format camera system. It shows up across user reports, forums and technical documentation. It was announced in September 1998, and autofocus is the feature it is known for. It takes both 120 and 220 film backs. It has a prism finder and works with the Fujifilm Barcode System, so film data gets recorded right onto the negative. Official documentation is thin, but the system is still recognized in professional film circles, and some working photographers were still using it as of 2018.
Specifications
| Announced | September 1998 |
| Production status | Discontinued |
| Country of design | FRG (Federal Republic of Germany) |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Film back type | 120/220 back |
| Viewfinder type | prism finder |
| Other | Fujifilm Barcode System (supported by Contax 645 AF) |
Market
Common service issues are spot meter repair and shutter replacement. Listings say the camera and lenses can look to be in good to excellent cosmetic condition. Some lenses have minor internal haze, reportedly with no noticeable effect on image quality.
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