Re: Realist history

[P3D Brian Reynolds <reynolds@xxxxxxxxx>]

Dr. T wrote:
> 
[history of Realist deleted]
>
> At least we have a documented history behind the production of the
> first American stereo camera.  What do we know about Kodak?  It was
> introduced in 1955 trying to capture some of the pie that was cooked
> by David White and the Realist.  And it was successful thanks to the
> low selling price (half the Realist) no doubt possible via the use
> of cheaper materials and cutting off features like the rangefinder.
> 

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The Realist may be the first American miniature format (35mm) stereo
camera, or the first American post WWII stereo camera, but I don't
think it was the first American stereo camera.  Several American
companies (e.g., American Optical, E&HT Anthony, Scovill (all of which
eventually became ANSCO)) built stereo cameras starting in the 19th
century.  Check out <URL:http://www.fiberq.com/cam/fcam.htm> for other
American camera companies (1879-1930).

Now if only I could find one that took modern 5x7 holders.

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