Coronet Rex Folding
Specification
| Manufacturer | : | Coronet |
|---|---|---|
| Produced | : | 1930 |
| Classification | : | Medium Format |
| Body Type | : | Folding Bed |
| Bellows Deployment | : | Sliding Rail |
| Construction | : | Metal |
| Film Type | : | 120 |
| Film Width | : | 62mm |
| Image Size | : | 2¼ x 3¼ |
| No. of Images | : | 8 |
| Lens Type | : | Meniscus |
| Focal Length | : | 95mm |
| Focus Type | : | Two position |
| Focal Range | : | 9ft and 'View' |
| Aperture Type | : | Fixed |
| Apertures | : | f/13 |
| Shutter Type | : | Everset leaf |
| Shutter Speeds | : | T (bulb), I*(1/40s) |
| Size Open (w x h x d) | : | 75 x 158 x 125 mm |
| Size Closed (w x h x d) | : | 75 x 158 x 32 mm |
| Weight | : | 450g |
| * Measured on this camera | ||
Art Deco Credentials
Noteworthy: Worth giving special attention
- Produced during the main Art Deco period.
- Geometric pattern on shutter plate.
- Chrome used on struts.
- Embossed linear pattern on covering
- Raised line and diamond pattern on sides
- Chrome table stand
- Chrome winder knob
- Chrome film door latch.
- Chrome bellows rails
- Chrome on focus spring catch
Description
The Coronet Rex 6×9cm folding camera offers similar features to the Rex box cameras but it can be folded away to fit in a pocket. It has a meniscus lens and a simple shutter with time and instant mode. The shutter release button is mounted on the side of the lens barrel. Film advance is via a film advance knob and is indicated by a red window. Film advance is not coupled to the shutter allowing double exposure. It has a brilliant viewfinder which swivels so it can be used for both portrait and landscape views. When the bellows are pulled out, two focus settings are possible. There are two snap-in positions for the focus marked "9ft" and "VIEW". Tripod sockets are not provided
How to Use
This camera takes 120 film which is widely available.
The aperture is fixed at f/13. The measured speed on this camera was 1/40s. As the shutter speed is only 1/40s, it is advisable to hold it against a wall or other solid object. For quick snapshots, hold it firmly against your body.
The table shows how this camera will perform using ISO 100/125 film. It is based on the 'Sunny 16' rule. Modern film is so forgiving and will produce acceptable results even when overexposed by 2 or 3 stops or underexposed by 1 stop.
The tables assume that the sun is at least 30 degrees above the horizon - that's 10am - 5pm on a summers day (May-August) in the UK.
Remember that the exposure guide in the manual may not be helpful as it is based on the use of old film with a low ISO value.
Using ISO 100/125 film - shutter speed 1/40s
| Weather Conditions | Shadow Detail | Aperture | Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|
 SunnySnow/Sand | Dark with sharp edges | f/13 | +2½ Stops Overexposed Acceptable |
| Sunny | Distinct | f/13 | +1½ Stops Overexposed Acceptable |
 Slight Overcast | Soft around edges | f/13 | +½ Stop Overexposed Acceptable |
 Overcast | Barely visible | f/13 | -½ Stop Underexposed Acceptable |
 Heavy Overcast | None | f/13 | -1½ Stops Underexposed Not Acceptable |
 Open Shade/Sunset | None | f/13 | -2½ Stops Underexposed Not Acceptable |