Zeiss/Zeiss Box Tengor 55/2
Zeiss Box Tengor 55/2

Zeiss Box Tengor 55/2

Zeiss · Germany · 1939–1956 (17 years) · 135 film

The Box Tengor 55/2 was a basic 35mm box camera manufactured by Zeiss between 1939 and 1956. Designed as an entry-level camera, it featured simple controls and a fixed lens system, embodying Zeiss's commitment to producing accessible photographic equipment during a tumultuous period in European history. With a straightforward operation typical of box cameras of its era, the Box Tengor offered amateur photographers an affordable means to capture images on 35mm film, contributing to the democratization of photography despite the challenges posed by World War II and the subsequent reconstruction years.

Specifications

Film Format135

Editorial Ratings

Build Quality
3.5
Value
2.5
Collectibility
2.0
Historical Significance
2.5

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