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How does a Minox work?

Reading time: 1 mins | Updated on: 22.07.2025

The Minox exposure system

  • Speed dial
  • Trigger mechanism
  • Escapement
  • Blade control
  • Shutter
  • Flash synchronisation
  • Riga Minox shutter
  • Minostigmat vs. Complan
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