| Known Versions |
Model Name -
A/R Version |
KR Serial Range |
Changes Between Versions |
| Exakta VX500 - 0 * |
1500109-1501703 |
No lightning symbol on speed knob, "aus DRESDEN" engraved on right top plate, serial number engraved, bottom of camera has a metal plate with "Made in Germany (East)". |
| Exakta VX500 |
1502534-1512036 |
As above but serial number is stamped (pressed). |
| Exakta VX500 |
1501825-1505601 |
As above but no metal plate on the bottom. |
| VX500 - 1 ** |
1514726-1516615 |
Lightning symbol on speed knob, film rewind indicator is black (near film speed dial). |
| VX500 |
1517610-1537263 |
Shutter release has a smooth surface without beveled edges. |
| Exakta VX500 - 0 * |
1523903-1547058 |
As above. |
| Exakta VX500 |
1528865-1557487 |
No chrome stud on left side of the film pressure plate (between the hinge and pressure plate). |
| Exakta VX500 |
1559354-1563358 |
Pentacon tower engraved on right top plate. |
| Exakta VX500 |
1561683-1566935 |
As above but bottom of camera has metal plate with "MADE IN G.D.R.". |
| Exakta VX500 |
1569296-1585104 |
As above but with "aus DRESDEN" engraving on right top plate. |