The teak wood 4x5" Pinhole Camera from Lensless features a 6" lens. 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 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 teak wood, 4 x 5" Pinhole Camera, with a focal length of 150mm, which is a normal-length perspective for this format. Average exposure in bright, noon-day sun is 4 seconds, using ISO 400 film.

Focal Length: 150mm / 6"    Aperture: f/385    Normal Perspective

Breaks down the art and science of 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 4x5 cut film and Polaroid holders. There is no need to preload the camera in the dark.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do you have any instructions on how to load the film in this camera. There was not any instructions with it. I know it must be simple, but how, with not exposing the film.

A: On the back end of the camera there is a rectangular piece of wood secured by 2 dowels. If one isn't using a cut film holder with the camera you simply mount the film to that rectangular piece of wood (needs to be loaded in the dark you may wish to practice using a spent sheet of film in the light first before going into the dark to load). If you are using a cut film holder or other back you just leave out the rectangular piece of wood and secure whatever film back you're using with the 2 dowels (film backs should also be loaded in the dark). Below is a link to recommended/optional cut film holder on our site for you to regard:http://bhpho.to/JAO6Ss

Q: 2. 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: 3. 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: 4. What is the ISO for Ilford 4x5 RC paper in this camera?

A: The ISO is about 5.

Q: 5. 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: 6. I am looking into the Lensless 4x5 pinole to photograph Civil War reenactors. Currently shoot digital & post process to make them look authentic-ish. I know I will need film holders to preload before going out. My questions is with using the "direct positive paper" instead of film. Does it need any type of processing or is it ready to go like "instant film camers"? Trying to find a way to deliver images on site. Thanks.

A: Direct positive paper still needs chemical processing in a darkroom with traditional type paper developers.

Q: 7. From what material is the pinhole made?Is the pinhole drilled in wood, metal, or plastic?Is the pinhole drilled by laser or machine drill?Is there a measure of how round the pinhole is?Thanks!

A: I believe it is a laser drilled hole. It is in metal, and the images are super sharp. My camera is about f225 if you want to know.

Q: 8. DO I have to carry a dark bag to load and unload 1 sheet of film for every picture?

A: You do not need a a light tight changing bag. You can load these holders in your darkroom: https://bhpho.to/2bHTGqE

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. How to you compose with this? Also, what is the thickness of the pinhole plate?

A: Trial and error! Take detailed notes.