Leidolf
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Company typeGesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung
IndustryPhotography, Still cameras, lenses
Founded1921
Defunct1962
| Company type | Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung |
|---|---|
| Industry | Photography, Still cameras, lenses |
| Founded | 1921 |
| Defunct | 1962 |
| Headquarters | Wetzlar, Germany |
Key people | Rudolf Leidolf |
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]
- Leidolf Lordomat