The IOR Orizont Amator D is a viewfinder camera. The company King KG from the Black Forest was responsible for the development of this simple model. The state-owned company Intreprinderea Optica Romana from Romania obtained a license and built the camera for the Romanian market in the Eastern European country.
The lens of the IOR Orizont Amator D is fixed. 40 mm is the focal length of the lens. The maximum aperture is f/2.8. The lens is focused manually. The close-up limit for this lens is 100 cm.
The exposure must be measured externally. There is a window for measuring cells of a selenium light meter, but they have no function.
The camera has various functions to make photography even easier and more versatile. With the built-in self-timer, shots can be taken without additional accessories. The hot shoe makes it possible to connect an external flash to achieve good results even in low light conditions.
In addition, the camera is equipped with a connection for a tripod, which is particularly advantageous for longer exposure times or is also useful for group pictures.
An external flash can be fired via the built-in hot shoe. The IOR Orizont Amator D has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a connection for a tripod.
The camera does not need electricity to take pictures.
Films for the IOR Orizont Amator D
The IOR Orizont Amator D exposes 35mm films. 35mm films are still produced by different producers. Possible films for the IOR Orizont Amator D are the Kodak Portra 400* and the Kodak TRI-X 400*.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. The C-41 process is standardized and is offered by most development laboratories.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 40 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 100 cm / 3.28 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/300 second to 1/30 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | Romania |
FAQ about the IOR Orizont Amator D
Is the IOR Orizont Amator D camera automatic or manual?
It's a manual camera. You have to manually focus the lens and measure the exposure yourself. There's no automatic exposure or focusing system.
What kind of lens does this rangefinder have?
It has a fixed 40mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8. The focusing is manual, and the minimum focusing distance is 1 meter.
Can I use a flash with the camera?
Yes, the camera has a hot shoe for attaching an external flash. This is useful for shooting in low-light conditions.
Does the camera need batteries?
No, the IOR Orizont Amator D is a purely mechanical camera. It doesn't require any batteries or power source to take pictures.
What type of film does this simple camera use?
It uses 35mm film, also known as small-image film. You can use various types, including Kodak Portra 400 or Kodak Tri-X 400.