Corfield Cameras: A History and Collectors' Guide is a new publication by John E Lewis being launched today at Ballymoney Town Hall, Northern Ireland. In the 1950s when most British camera manufacturers seemed content to produce outdated designs or very expensive models, K G Corfield Ltd bucked the trend. Their range of Periflex 35mm cameras and related equipment brought a breath of fresh air to the market and challenged the strong German competition. Within a few years the business was transformed from a cottage industry into Britain's most modern camera manufacturing plant.
This history of the company and its products is based on thirty years research, plus interviews with the former management, including Sir Kenneth Corfield, and employees. For collectors and historians there is a section which provides full technical details of all Corfield products, together with advice on their purchase and restoration.
The 200-page book includes over 150 illustrations and is available for £10.95 plus £1.75 UK postage or £7 overseas. Orders can be sent directly by email to: corfieldphoto@btinternet.com
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