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Camera Flash - Hanimex

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Hanimex

c. 1950

Subcollections

Cameras

Overview

Item A: Camera flash
Item B: Packaging box

Historical information

The Hanimex Compact Model II BC Flashgun is a battery-operated flash unit. Popular in the mid-20th century (likely 1950s-60s). Designed for film cameras that had a "hot shoe" or flash connector, using replaceable flashbulbs (BC bulbs) and a specific battery (like a 15V) to create a bright flash for low-light photography. Functions as an external flash for basic point-and-shoot cameras before electronic flashes dominated.

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-124-2026.008

Item type

Accessories

Objects

Themes

Photography

Material

Cardboard

Metal

Inscriptions and markings

Item A: "Hanimex Compact II"
Item B: "Hanimex. Compact Model II. BC Flashgun. Made in Japan.

Contextual information

Flashbulbs (BC): It uses replaceable flashbulbs (often called "BC bulbs," referring to the Battery-Condenser circuit) that burn out after each use, requiring replacement.

Keywords

Camera Accessories

Flash Camera

Place made

Japan

Year

c. 1950

Primary significance criteria

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Thursday, 13 August, 2026

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