Camera identification...

[ChristopherCoy]

Can anyone identify this? A friend of mine is in PA and this was at a gift shop. He said it was less than $100... If its something good I'll have him pick it up.

[jnanian]

christopher

it looks to be a plate camera, probably a 4x5 with either a rectalinar or anastigmatic lens.
the shutter might still work, the bellows might need some elmer's glue + india ink ..
it might need new ground glass too ...
not sure what the format is, i said maybe 4x5 but it might not be ...
if its 4x5, you can probably get plate holders for it, and those sheaths to use film ( or paper )
or you can just stick a modern 4x5 ( or whatever size it is ) film holder in it and just expect the focus
to be a smidgen off seeing you are not shooting glass plates.
you could also get glass plate holders ( whatever the size ) and coat your own glass plates
with store bought or hand made emulsions ...

have fun !
john

[Two23]

My guess is it's a 4x5 camera from about 1905. Look for a model or maker's plate somewhere. My guess is something like Pony Premo. I'd pass unless it's free.


Kent in SD

[Two23]

Note the bellows are wrecked. That will cost more to replace than the camera is worth.


Kent in SD

[DrTang]

Looks like a Conley

[goamules]

When buying these little folders, it's best to wait for one in excellent condition. This one is in about a 1 out of 5. I'd pass.