Instamatic 500
 Manufactured: 1963-65
Lens: Schneider Xenar f/2.8, 38 mm 4-element
Shutter: Compur 1/30 - 1/500, B
Quantity Made: 158,283+
Original List Price: $94.50
Country of Origin: Germany
This was one of the best cameras made for the 126 format. Its host of features include match-needle exposure setting, scale focusing to 2.5 feet, parallax correction marks in the bright-line finder, and automatic film speed sensing (25 to 800 ASA). Flash provision is by hot shoe and PC connector. The collapsible lens mount accepts 32 mm Retina filters and lens hoods. Cable release and tripod sockets are also provided, as is a depth-of-field indicator. The fit and finish are outstanding.

I am currently trying to determine the production numbers of this camera. If you own one, please email me its serial number (found on the top plate in front of the hot shoe), and mention whether it is preceded by "EK." Thank you.