Minox 8×11 Accessories

This reference is updated as further primary and original printed documentation is reviewed.

This page documents Minox 8×11 mm accessories using original Minox documentation where available, supplemented by later factory documentation and system notes where necessary to clarify compatibility, operational behaviour, and historical context.

Flash units

Minox 8×11 Flash

The Minox 8×11 Flash is a dedicated electronic flash unit for the Minox 8×11 camera system. Automatic exposure is provided over defined distance ranges, which differ according to camera type and lens aperture.

Automatic exposure ranges

Automatic exposure ranges are specified in DIN and depend on the camera model in use. Separate ranges are provided for EC cameras with f/5.6 lenses and for LX cameras with f/3.5 lenses.

EC cameras (f/5.6 lens)

DIN	Automatic distance range
25	0.9 – 1.75 m
50	1.25 – 2.5 m
100	1.75 – 3.5 m
200	2.5 – 5 m
400	3.5 – 7 m

LX cameras (f/3.5 lens)

DIN	Automatic distance range
12	0.9 – 1.75 m
25	1.25 – 2.5 m
50	1.75 – 3.5 m
100	2.5 – 5 m
200	3.5 – 7 m
400	5 – 10 m
800	7 – 14 m

Physical data

Dimensions	6.5 × 4.5 × 1.8 cm
Weight	35 g
Guide number	12
Power supply	1 × 1.5 V AAA battery

Compatibility

The Minox 8×11 Flash provides automatic exposure ranges up to DIN 800. In practice, LX cameras support film speeds up to ISO 400, and higher DIN values cannot be selected on the camera.

Source: Minox 8×11 Flash Owner’s Manual (printed V/98 B).

Last revised: 22 February 2026.

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