Lensless Pinhole Camera 4x5" Telephoto Baltic Birch
- Product Code: eq2290
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Any camera is basically a light-proof box, with a lens on one end, and a place to put film on the other. A Pinhole, or Lensless Camera executes that principle to its ultimate end.
Lensless Cameras are constructed of different woods. Each model has a tiny hole (1/64" or smaller) precisely drilled in the front panel. The shutter is simply a small hinged metal plate that the photographer swings up and down to begin and end the exposure. The imitated focal length is determined by the length of the camera. The format is determined by the size of the back of the camera, which accepts the film holder. Since it is designed to accept a sheet film holder, there is no need to load the camera in the dark.
This is a Baltic Birch, 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera, with a focal length equivalent of 225mm, which is a telephoto lens for this format. Average exposure in bright, noon-day sun is 4 seconds, using 400 ISO film.
Parameters | |
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Film Format | 4 x 5" |
Focal Length | 225mm |
Working F-Stop | f/630 |
Bubble Level | No |
Material | Baltic Birch Laminate |
Weight | 4.1 lb / 1.9 kg |
Packaging Info | |
Package Weight | 3.75 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 12.7 x 6.6 x 6.2" |
Simplify photography to its basics: Composition and Exposure.
Depth of field is of no concern; everything in front of the camera is equally in focus.
Uses cut film and Polaroid holders. No need to load the camera in the dark.
Related Questions and Answers
Q: 1. does it accept paper or just film?
A: You need to use a film holder on this camera, since the actual back is not light tight. It's only light tight once there is a film holder in place. Assuming you can load a 4x5 film back with a sheet of paper, then you can shoot either film of paper with this camera. Hope this helps.
Q: 2. Will this hold most common film holders? I see someone posted a link to a 2 pack for $100. I would like to try and limit the price if possible. Thank you.
A: Yes, any of the standard 4x5 cut film holders will work quite nicely. I have 15 or 20 of them that I load at one time, so there is no need to do so in the field.
Q: 3. What is the pinhole diameter?
A: The pinhole is 1/64" for the Lensless 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera (Baltic Birch).
Q: 4. What's the approximate aperture size for the wide angle 4x5? Thanks :)
A: This 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera, with a focal length equivalent of 75mm, which is a wide angle lens for this format. It has a 3" lens. Average exposure in bright, noon-day sun is 4 seconds, using 400 ISO film. f-stop = focal length / pinhole diameter; f-stop = 76.2mm / 0.4mm; f-stop = 190.5.
Q: 5. Which Polaroid back is used for this?
A: You can use the polaroid 545i, 405 or Fuji quickload holder, none of which are made any longer. You will have to source them from our used department or possibly Ebay.
Q: 6. This should work with paper?
A: The Lensless 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera can be used with photographic darkroom paper.
Q: 7. required accessories?
A: It needs a fairly sturdy tripod, and you will need some 4x5 film holders as you would any 4x5 camera. You don't need a Black Cat Exposure Guide, but I find mine handy in the field, and easy to use. The only other requirement is lots of patience!!!Hope this helps! Buy one and have tons O' fun!!!Mark
Q: 8. What is the ISO for Ilford 4x5 RC paper in this camera?
A: The ISO is about 5.
Q: 9. I purchased this camera but misplaced the exposure guide. Can somebody please provide this information? I purchased the super wide angle version, if that makes a difference. Thank you!
A: This is a Baltic Birch, 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera, with a focal length equivalent of 50mm, which is a super wide angle lens for this format. Average exposure in bright, noon-day sun is 4 seconds, using 400 ISO film.
Q: 10. 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.
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