Overview of the camera "Horizon"

Gorizont cameras (reviews from this technologypositive) were produced on the conveyor of OAO Krasnogorsk Plant named after SA Zverev. The same enterprises were previously produced cameras of the panoramic type "FT".

The first small-format device was produced in 1967. The release continued until 1973. Approximately 50,000 units were sold for sale.

What principle of shooting is used in this device? The frame is scanned using a lens that rotates. The exposure in the process can vary according to the width of the gap. It also depends on the speed of the slit.

Specifications

The manufacturer is a mechanical plant inKrasnogorsk. Was produced 6 years. Film type 135 is used. The frame has a size of 24 × 58 mm. The gate is of mechanical type, the gap varies. The lens rotates, a non-removable design. The focus is set to hyperfocal distance. If desired, you can manually set the shutter speed. There are four meanings. Flash sync is not built-in. Viewfinder removable type and optical. The total weight of the camera "Horizon" is 1.1 kg.

Varieties

In 1989, the model was presented under the index of 202. After it, 205 (in the series got in 2000), 203 and modifications of the latter were presented. The differences between them are mainly in the number of exposures.

Panoramic cameras "Horizon-202" and 205Represented a broad buyer with the help of an intermediary - an Italian company. Because of this model, they were distributed under a different name: PAN. In the sale came the modification of PAN-35, which was an analog of the "Horizon-202". They distinguished themselves among themselves thanks to the design of the case.

In 2010, a presentation was held in Colognejoint work of the Russian plant and the Italian firm, the camera "Horizon". The price of the device did not exceed 1150 euros. The full name of the model is Horizon-D-L3.

"Horizon"

The first generation of the device was significantly different fromOther panoramic type cameras that were produced by the same plant. This is a series of "FT". But it should be noted that it uses the same principle of operation - scan the frame with a rotating lens.

During the creation of this model, themost of all the shortcomings, but one minus and remained characteristic - "zebrist". In addition, during the shutter cocking, it was possible to get a risk of film rupture.

Horizon-202

This model differs from the previous one in itsdesign, as well as shutter functionality. Six to eight exposures were used (depending on the modification of this generation). "Zebrist" was reduced, and when rewinding, there were fewer cases of film rupture.

The development of this camera was carried out by a separate bureau, which belonged to the main plant. Design was developed by the same experts who made the first model.

Horizon Kompakt

The sale was received in 2005. The model received a small amount of excerpts. Slot of the unchangeable parameter. This camera is considered exclusive, as it was produced for the "Lomographic Society".

It was only sold in beige (later black) version. The diaphragm does not change. This camera is considered a modified apparatus.

"Horizon 205 pc"

This camera was created forprofessional filming. A non-perforated film with a width of 61.5 mm was used. In narrower circles, it is known as type 120 material.

The device has a "shift" mechanism, which allows the lens to move vertically by 8 mm. This allows you to change the shooting point and enlarge the space that is included in the picture.

Due to the rotating lens design,achieve a good image quality. This is due to the destruction of distortion of optics. Most often, a similar problem was encountered in apparatus with fixed wide-angle lenses.

Thanks to two levels that provide the most accurate position, use the device for horizontal installation.

Due to the presence of long exposure times, you can arrange for shooting at night. One frame can be exposed several times.

Due to the presence of an optical viewfinder, you can see the full boundaries of the resulting image even with the lens moving.

Outcomes

Until now, this camera is in demand. Collectors are collecting older models, and amateur photographers are using new ones. It should be noted the many advantages of these devices and feedback, which fully confirms them.