Description
The MINOX MDC (Miniature Digital Classic) is a compact 35mm film camera produced by Minox, Germany in the early 1990s. Aimed at professionals and collectors, it combined premium design, precision German optics, and luxury presentation.
The Gold-Plated Edition was a limited-production, collector’s model, featuring:
24-carat gold-plated body – luxurious finish with elegant detailing.
Classic compact form factor – similar to the legendary Minox 35 line, but more refined.
35mm film format – standard 35mm cartridges, unlike Minox subminiature spy cameras.
MINOX 35mm f/2.8 Multicoated Lens – high-quality lens delivering sharp, contrast-rich images.
Fully automatic exposure – electronically controlled shutter with speeds from 1/500s to long exposures.
Programmed AE system – balances shutter speed and aperture automatically.
Built-in electronic flash compatibility (dedicated Minox flash units).
Compact and discreet – pocketable, making it a luxury travel and street photography tool.
Luxury & Collector Value
The gold-plated MDC was never meant for mass use; it was designed as a prestige edition, often sold in a presentation case. Today, it is considered a rare collector’s camera, valued both for its photographic capabilities and as a piece of luxury design.