Vintage 1950s Norwood Director Model C Handheld Light Exposure MeterDescription:Up for sale is a fantastic piece of mid-century photographic history—an authentic, classic Norwood Director Model C Handheld Exposure Meter. Designed by Hollywood cinematography legends, this iconic tool was the industry gold standard on movie sets and photo shoots throughout the 1950s.Battery-Free Operation: Powered entirely by a light-sensitive Selenium Photocell, this meter generates its own power from the surrounding light. No dead batteries or leaking compartments to ever worry about.Pro-Grade Incident Metering: Features the signature translucent 3D Photosphere dome on a fully rotating swivel head, letting you precisely calculate f-stops and shutter speeds based on the actual light hitting your subject.Hollywood Heritage: This exact lineage was developed by Oscar-winning innovator Karl Freund to solve studio lighting challenges, making it highly collectible for movie buffs and vintage camera purists alike.Condition: Beautiful Vintage Cosmetic Condition. The body is physically solid with crisp text plates, clean calculator dials, and the original black neck lanyard firmly attached. (Please note: As with most vintage selenium gear over 70 years old, it is being sold as a historical display piece, as the needle response may require calibration for modern professional accuracy. Please review the photos carefully for your final visual grading).Add a great piece of classic Americana to your camera shelf or vintage gear display. Ships promptly and safely padded to ensure it arrives in top shape.