Big Roid DIY

Big Roid Files: https://www.patreon.com/posts/big-roid-files-82318895Diffuser Set Files: https://www.printables.com/model/435627-diffuser-set-for-big-wide-big-roid-and-big-large-c There are 4 versions: PHOTO GEAR NEEDED 1 – Large Format view lens, 210mm ideal though you can experiment with 180 to 240mm (model modifications required). 1 – Polaroid OneStep 2 or OneStep+, with functioning ejection mechanism (not needed for CB version).1 –…

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Big Wide DIY

Big Wide Files: https://www.printables.com/model/435598-big-wide-camera-big-shot-style-instax-wideDiffuser Set Files: https://www.printables.com/model/435627-diffuser-set-for-big-wide-big-roid-and-big-large-c PHOTO GEAR NEEDED 1 – Large Format view lens, 210mm ideal though you can experiment with 180 to 240mm. The Fujinon 210mm f5.6 was used to develop this build as it is the cheapest and most widely available, but it is heavy. The…

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NanoPano DIY Build Instructions

Walkthrough of parts & steps: Lens calibration (more detailed instructions here): Files: https://www.patreon.com/posts/nano-pano-files-82317221 Printed Parts List Base (NanoPano+) or body (standard NanoPano, formerly NanoPano Lite), lens cone (Mamiya Press, Polaroid 600SE, 65-80mm, 90-110mm, 114-135mm), base/body block, base/body riser, wind knob, knob, 2x plungers, 2x pull tabs (TPU), film gate (DIY…

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Bringing FotoaparatoCon To Life

Update July 2022: This project is essentially dead. There was not a lot of interest in makers sharing their work, so part of future plans for this site will include unique/abstract/creative one off pieces. We have created a survey to collect information that will help us organize a unique camera-making…

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Mamiya Press & 600SE Instax Wide 300 Adapter Tips

This is not a step-by-step guide, but notes from my installation of adapters to the Instax Wide 300 cameras. FOR SPECIFIC MODIFICATION DETAILS, VISIT https://sprkplg.com/wide300mod/ which contains video instructions, wiring, and light-sealing tips. The video linked in that article also lists all the materials/tools you will need. After following the…

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Better lens mount light-sealing

Hello, world! Hope you are staying safe and healthy amidst this historic pandemic. While it has limited the amount of photography for a lot of us, I keep getting warm messages of modders taking this time to build their creations. Glad to know that though we can’t really go out…

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One-Press Wide 300 Ejection Cycle

One of the most requested features of any Instax Wide 300 mod has been to keep the stock ejection cycle, or “one-press” ejection. While may have accomplished it, there was always a need for extra circuitry and some advanced electronics skills. Thanks to an amazing and highly skilled customer, Nathan…

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Current Fav Camera Setup: Goodman Zone Plus

The Goodman Zone is an open-source 3D printed camera (also available for sale) created by Dora Goodman. It utilizes probably my most favorite of lens formats, the Mamiya Press family of lenses. Check out her Instagram, and website for more information. The open source aspect of this camera lends to…

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