Voigtlander Vitessa A3

Voigtlnder Vitessa A3

• Category: 35mm Film Rangefinder Camera

• Camera Model: Voigtlnder Vitessa A3

• Film Format: 35mm (135)

• Lens Mount: Fixed lens (non-interchangeable)

• Shutter Type: Synchro-Compur leaf shutter

• Shutter Speed Range: Bulb, 1 sec 1/500 sec

• Exposure Modes: Manual exposure

• Viewfinder: Optical viewfinder

• Rangefinder: Coupled coincident-image rangefinder

• Metering: Selenium meter (in-body light meter; may vary depending on unit condition)

• Focus System: Manual focus via front-lens movement

• Film Advance: Plunger-style Rapid Winder (top-mounted plunger rod)

• Film Rewind: Bottom-mounted rewind knob

• Flash Sync: X/M sync with PC socket

• Self-Timer: Mechanical self-timer

• Dimensions: Approx. 125 82 63 mm

• Weight: Approx. 600 g

• Strap Lugs: Not included on this model (typical for Vitessa A3)

Voigtlnder Color-Skopar 50mm f/3.5

• Lens Type: Fixed prime lens

• Focal Length: 50mm

• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5

• Aperture Range: f/3.5 f/22

• Optical Design: Tessar-type (4 elements in 3 groups)

• Focus Type: Manual focus

• Minimum Focus Distance: Approx. 1 m

• Coating: Color-Skopar coated optics

• Filter Thread: Voigtlnder bayonet filter mount (not standard threaded)

• Flash Sync: Full sync at all shutter speeds (due to leaf shutter)

Description

The Voigtlnder Vitessa A3 is a classic 35mm rangefinder camera known for its unique design and precise German engineering. It features the iconic plunger-style rapid winder, allowing fast and smooth film advance with a single downward press. The camera uses a bright optical viewfinder paired with a coupled rangefinder for accurate focusing. Its built-in selenium meter provides convenient exposure assistance (when functional), making it suitable for both casual and enthusiast film photographers.

The attached Color-Skopar 50mm f/3.5 lens delivers sharp, clean, and contrasty images, characteristic of Voigtlnders Tessar-type design. Compact, mechanically satisfying, and beautifully constructed, the Vitessa A3 remains a highly collectible and enjoyable camera to use.

Serial Number: 3424162
SKU: UN-94-7283