The Ilford Obscura Pinhole Camera for Creative Photographyis a 4 x 5" format camera that accepts either sheet film or photo paper to create unique imagery that exhibits nearly limitless depth of field and requires no focusing. The camera's design holds film or paper in position in the rear of the body and positions it as such to create a small border surrounding the image.

It features an 87mm focal length to provide a wide-angle perspective similar to that of a 26.1mm lens on a 35mm-format camera. The 0.3mm chemically-etched pinhole provides an approximate aperture of f/290 and a magnetic locking shutter allows for controlled exposures. The shutter rotates either clockwise or counter-clockwise for right or left-handed operation, and a tripod bushing is incorporated into the camera body for use with any standard tripod.

Accepts 4 x 5" Film or Paper    Wide-Angle 87mm Focal Length    Chemically-Etched 0.3mm Pinhole    Magnetic Locking Rotating Shutter    Tripod Converter Bushing

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. where can I buy more of the same paper or (Multigrade V) without paying for 500+ sheets?

A: The closest paper you can get the Ilford Multigrade IV RC Portfolio Paper (Glossy, 4 x 6", 25 Sheets), BH # ILP1K4625S. https://bhpho.to/3m70iDf

Q: 2. If there are no film backs used how do you change film in the field? It doesn't seem very practical if I have to use a dark bag to add new film.

A: You will need a film changing bag or tent to properly change film in the field. For example, https://bhpho.to/3gHObwO

Q: 3. This should work with paper?

A: The Lensless 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera can be used with photographic darkroom paper.

Q: 4. Does it take 4 x 5 Film Holders?

A: No it does not take 4X5 holders. So far I have used it to make paper negatives by cutting RC paper into 4X5 sheets. The camera separates into two halves with the paper layed into the bottom halve. When closed the paper is held securely in place. Now that Ilford is again making direct positive papers I plan to try them soon.

Q: 5. What is the closest focus distance for macro photography?

A: The focus distance is not specified but it has an f/420 aperture. With such as small aperture, nearly every non moving subject will be in focus.

Q: 6. Hey do you know how wide is slide holder slot? i want to see if it will fit a regular graflok back sliding roll film holder(like Cambo C-243 - 6x12)

A: No, the following unit will only accommodate the two following film holders CatLABS 4x5" Film Holder Toyo-View 4x5 Sheet Film Holders

Q: 7. What's the closest it will focus for the advertised 'macro' use?

A: Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not list a minimum focus distance for the Lensless 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera (Baltic Birch). According to the manufacturer, a unique feature of pinhole cameras is that depth of field is of no concern sample photos; everything in front of the camera is equally in focus.

Q: 8. What is the pinhole diameter?

A: The pinhole is 1/64" for the Lensless 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera (Baltic Birch).

Q: 9. From what material is the pinhole made?Is the pinhole drilled in wood or metal or plastic?How much precision is there to the pinhole?Is it drilled by laser?

A: Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not share their manufacturing process with us regarding this item. However, the pinhole is quite precise based on the positive reviews.

Q: 10. Which Film backs are compatible with this?

A: No film back needed , you mount the 4X5 film in the box