Object Details
Manufacturer
Nikon
Summary
This 16 mm fisheye lens was flown on the STS-95 Space Shuttle mission (1998) for use with the Kodak digital camera. John Glenn and other members of the crew completed a variety of photography assignments during almost nine days in orbit. Shuttle astronauts use several cameras and lenses for interior shots and for Earth photography through the windows. This lens also flew on the STS-99 mission in 2000, and then NASA transferred it to the Museum.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19990149001
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
Metal, plastic, glass optics, velcro
Dimensions
Overall: 3 1/4 in. length x 2 5/8 in. diameter (8.26 x 6.7cm)
Country of Origin
Japan
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Exhibit Station
Human Spaceflight
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19990149001