Object Details
Manufacturer
Jos. Schneider Optische Werke
Summary
The 80mm Zeiss Xenotar lenses were standard lenses for Maurer cameras on human spaceflight missions during Project Gemini. The equipment available for these photographic work during Gemini was extensive, including lenses of different focal lengths, special filters, and extra film magazines, which increased the types and amount of photographic work astronauts could do in space.
This lens was transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1972.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19790255000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Materials
Anodized aluminum, aluminum, stainless steel, paint, plastic, glass
Dimensions
Overall: 3in. x 3in. (7.62 x 7.62cm)
Country of Origin
Germany
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19790255000