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Lensless Pinhole Camera 4x5" Telephoto Baltic Birch

Lensless Pinhole Camera 4x5" Telephoto Baltic Birch
  • Product Code: eq2290
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$224.85 $348.52

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
Film Format4 x 5"
Focal Length225mm
Working F-Stopf/630
Bubble LevelNo
MaterialBaltic Birch Laminate
Weight4.1 lb / 1.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight3.75 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.

29/09/2024

[f/630] It’s rare to find great design, quality build, and a very fair price in such an item. Well done!

5
08/09/2024

[4 x 5"] Having build dozens of pinholes of all sizes and types, I decided I wanted to get a commercial version. The wooden dowels used to hold the film holder in place are great, and work very well. This camera is exactly as it should be and brings us back to a time when photographs were thought about, planned, and then made. Using Ilford's Direct Positive Paper in this unit is so much fun! Yes below in my pros/cons I added difficult to use as a 'pro' there is logic here.

5
19/08/2024

[f/630] Received my Lensless 4X5 Pinhole camera in excellent condition. It appears to be very well made with tight joints and beautiful finish that looks much nicer than the photos of it on the website. My Fidelity/Elite film holders fit perfectly. I cannot find any flaws at all. Overall I am very pleased with my purchase!

5
06/08/2024

[4 x 5"] Well crafted camera ... I even enjoy the smell of fresh varnish! I teach a college photography class, and collect cameras, and this camera is a must for my collection. True, I have no plans to ever actually use it as a camera, but did I mention I like the smell of the varnish, or finish, or whatever it is you call that stuff they coat the wood with!!

5
19/07/2024

[f/630] A well built camera which delivers sharper images than i expected from a pinhole camera.
And B&H:s delivery was amazing. In three days to Finland!

5
23/06/2024

[3.75 lb] Had good results with film not so much with paper negatives.

5
18/06/2024

[f/630] this is the second camera from this company that i have purchased, , well build, clear images

5
02/06/2024

[4 x 5"] The Baltic Birch 4x5 pinhole camera is the perfect introduction to both large format photography and pinhole photography. I've used the camera with film and paper and am very pleased with its performance. If you want to explore pinhole photography with negatives that are large enough for beautiful enlargement, you need this camera. The construction is solid and beautiful. The camera features two tripod screws, one for portrait and one for landscape mode. Whether you're using film with a 4x5 film back (not included) or paper, this camera is fun to use and the exposure guide that comes with it is amazingly accurate. I didn't waste one piece of film or paper because I used the guide. It was also easy to order on the B&H site and you can pay with Paypal, which is a very good feature for me. I'm glad that B&H is flexible and able to provide multiple pay possibilities. Shipping was fast and the camera was packed to the maximum with big bubble wrap and a smaller box inside the larger one. B&H cares for its customers, even for a small purchase like this one.

5
07/05/2024

[4 x 5"] I love this camera. It's elegant, solid, beautiful design, and has changed the way i works in the field. Made of real wood,. it's a beautiful object, very appropriate to the material process of working with real film. Simple and easy to use yet does everything you need it to, has thought of everything without having silly bells and whistles. Tripod mount is perfectly placed and the exposure guide that comes with is a great guiding starting point. I've done one test exposure which came out really pretty good, the next big batch of tests is waiting to be developed. So while I can't speak to the images it's made yet, I love the process. I am so grateful to whomever came up with this design. It inspires me in the field because the object itself is so simple, perfect, and beautiful. It has slowed down how i works a lot, which is perfect. I enjoy unloading and loading the film, and the way the wooden dowels feel. it's put fun back into it. I will be experimenting with ling exposures and moonlight shooting next.

5
23/04/2024

[3.75 lb] Solid construction. Exposure guide made shooting easy. Vertical and horizontal tripod use really easy with the two screw mounts. Viva 4x5 film!

5

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