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When Lomography announced the Belair X 6-12, the analog world was abuzz. Being known for lo-tech products such as the LC-A and Diana, no one was expecting such an elaborate piece of technology from the company that is one of the last strongholds of analog photography. Yet, Lomography came up with a 6×12 panoramic medium format folder that not only features interchangeable lenses, but also an electronic meter with auto exposure and interchangeable masks for 6×6, 6×9 and 6×12 format. We had the chance to try out this unique camera.
Also view our first look of the Belair X 6-12, which features the all-black City Slicker edition. Some further technical details as well as background info on the conception of the camera are explained here.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Folding mechanism makes it quite compact for a 6×12 panoramic medium format camera
Interchangeable lenses
Interchangeable film chamber masks for 6×6, 6×9 and 6×12 formats, and most recently also 35mm
Cons
Kit lenses are made from plastic
Auto exposure only, though corrections can be made via the ISO dial
Mixed bag in terms of build quality, and a little flimsy, but still above Lomo average
Gear Used
For this review, we …
By: Felix Esser
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