Leidolf

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Leidolf was a manufacturer of optical equipment located in Wetzlar, Germany.Leidolf[1][2] It was founded by Rudolf Leidolf in 1921, initially producing lenses for microscopes.[1][2] Camera production began in 1948.[1] The company was commissioned by Adams to produce models 351 and 352, which were sold by Montgomery Ward.[3] Leidolf ceased operations in 1962.[1] Leidolf was not related to Leitz (the manufacturer of Leica), although both companies were located in Wetzlar.[1]

IndustryPhotography, Still cameras, lenses
Founded1921
Defunct1962 (1962)
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Leidolf GmbH
Company typeGesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung
IndustryPhotography, Still cameras, lenses
Founded1921
Defunct1962 (1962)
HeadquartersWetzlar, Germany
Key people
Rudolf Leidolf
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A Leidolf Lordox Pronto (1958) Viewfinder model.

Camera models

  • Leidax, Leidox (1949)
  • Lordomat (C35/SE/SLE) (1953)
  • Lordox Junior (1954)
  • Lordette (1955)
  • Lordomatic (1955)
  • Lordomatic IIR (1955)
  • Lordox 57 (1954)
  • Lordox Vollautomat (1960)
  • Lordox Super Automat (1960)
  • Unimatic (1961)
  • Adams model 351 (1961)
  • Adams model 352 (?)

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