Camera Era Identifier
Narrow down a camera's approximate manufacture era using its lens mount, film format, and shutter type. Useful when identifying vintage cameras without markings.
Lens Mount / Lens Connection
— Select lens mount —
M39 / Leica Thread Mount (39mm)
M42 Screw Mount (42mm)
Early Bayonet (pre-1970, brand-specific)
Modern Bayonet (1970s–1990s)
Fixed Lens (non-removable)
View Camera / Large Format Standards
Rangefinder Coupled Lens
Film Format
— Select format —
35mm / 135 (standard 36×24mm)
120 / Medium Format (6×4.5 to 6×9)
620 Film (old medium format)
116/616 Panoramic Film
127 Film (4×4cm)
110 Cartridge (Pocket Instamatic)
126 Cartridge (Instamatic)
4×5 Sheet Film
8×10 Sheet Film
Disc Film
APS / Advanced Photo System
Shutter Type
— Select shutter type —
Focal Plane — Cloth/Rubberized
Focal Plane — Metal Blade (vertical/horizontal)
Leaf Shutter (in lens or behind lens)
Rotary Disc Shutter
Guillotine / Drop Plate Shutter
Electronic/Program Shutter
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