Bidspirit auction | A Collection of 3 x

A Collection of 3 x Minolta-16 Ps Subminiature 16mm Cameras and Accessories This lot consists of a collection of three vintage subminiature 16mm film cameras, identified as the Minolta-16 Model P, also marketed as the Minolta 16 Ps. Manufactured by Minolta Camera Co., Ltd. in Japan during the 1960s, these compact cameras feature a metal body construction with a satin chrome finish and black plastic components. Each camera is fitted with a Rokkor 25mm f/3.5 fixed-focus lens. Functional elements include a top-mounted shutter release, an ASA adjustment dial (ranging from 25 to 400), and a needle-match exposure system located on the top plate. The exposure system utilises weather symbols including Bright Sun, Hazy Sun, Cloudy Bright, and Cloudy Dull. The cameras feature a sliding lens cover that acts as a shutter safety lock. The underside of each camera is embossed with the text: MINOLTA-16 MODEL-P, LENS: ROKKOR 3.5/25, MINOLTA CAMERA CO., LTD., and JAPAN. The collection includes an extensive array of original accessories and documentation: Three original pictorial cardboard boxes featuring artwork of two children in a field of yellow flowers. Three owner manuals specifically for the Minolta 16 Ps model, including one bilingual edition. A boxed Minolta Cube Flash unit with an integrated sync cord and mounting foot. A boxed set containing Minolta 16 Ps No. 1 and No. 2 close-up lenses. A boxed set containing Minolta 16 Ps UV and Y48 filters. A boxed Minolta 16 Ps clamp accessory. Two green vinyl protective slip cases and one grey synthetic wrist strap. Assorted ephemera comprising a UK guarantee registration card from Japanese Cameras Ltd. and an Authorized Service Representatives booklet.