Camera Rotation: Subminiatures is part of the California Museum of Photography’s rotating lobby display, featuring objects drawn from its extensive Technology Collection. Subminiature cameras are compact photographic devices designed to use film smaller than standard 35mm, often producing negatives only a few centimeters in size. Popular from the 1930s through the 1970s, these tiny cameras were valued for their portability, discreetness, and novelty. They include models such as the Minox, used for spy photography, and other small-format cameras intended for casual snapshots or experimental work.