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Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera (Black)

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Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera (Black)
Lens not included
Key Features
  • Lightweight View Camera for Film Capture
  • Removable Bellows, 11.8" Max Extension
  • Front Rise, Shift, Swing & Base Tilt
  • Rear-Controlled Linear Focus
A compact and lightweight large format camera for photographers of all skill levels, the Intrepid 4 x 5 View Camera offers a wide range of camera movements and support for working with an extensive array of lenses with a standard Copal shutter. In its base configuration, the camera's removable black bellows provide 11.8" of extension to support working with long focal length lenses up to 300mm, and with an optional recessed lens board, you can use lenses as wide as 75mm. Full front movements are available as well as rear base tilt, and the rear standard rotates 360° for horizontal and vertical shooting. The aluminum base and rear-controlled linear focus mechanism ensure both stability and sharp focus.
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Intrepid Camera 4x5 Camera Overview

A compact and lightweight large format camera for photographers of all skill levels, the Intrepid 4 x 5 View Camera offers a wide range of camera movements and support for working with an extensive array of lenses with a standard Copal shutter. In its base configuration, the camera's removable black bellows provide 11.8" of extension to support working with long focal length lenses up to 300mm, and with an optional recessed lens board, you can use lenses as wide as 75mm. Full front movements are available as well as rear base tilt, and the rear standard rotates 360° for horizontal and vertical shooting. The aluminum base and rear-controlled linear focus mechanism ensure both stability and sharp focus.

The camera has a universal Graflok back supporting a wide variety of film holders, including the Lomography Instax Wide back. A bright ground glass featuring a half-inch grid is included, and an optional Fresnel is available for ultrawide-angle lenses.

Camera Features
  • Compact and lightweight at just under three pounds, the removable bellows fold down for easy storage and transport.
  • Reversible back to quickly switch between horizontal and vertical orientations.
  • Includes bright, high-quality ground glass featuring 1/2" grid lines as a compositional aid. An optional Fresnel lens is available to promote bright, even illumination from edge to edge.
  • Graflok back accepts all 4 x 5" sheet film holders as well as other Graflok-style holders, including the Lomography Instax Wide back.
  • Shift, rise, tilt, and swing movements benefit from Teflon-coated parts for smooth operation in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Includes removable bellows for working with a wide array of focal lengths, ranging from wide-angle to long lenses.
  • Bellows constructed from waterproof, super-durable vinyl with a triple-layered lightproof lining.
  • Rack and pinion style fine-geared focus control is aided by large rubber-covered knobs for added precision.
  • Accepts standard copal shutter style 4 x 5 lenses from 75mm to 300mm. A 75mm lens requires a recessed lens board, which is available separately.
  • The aluminum base with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 tripod sockets and rear-controlled linear focus mechanism ensures stability and consistent, pin-sharp focus.

Intrepid Camera 4x5 Camera Specs

General
Maximum Front Rise/Fall
Rise: 1.66" / 42mm
Fall: 1.18" / 30mm
Maximum Front Shift
1.18" / 30mm
Maximum Front Tilt
± 45°
Maximum Front Swing
± 45°
Rear Tilt
± 30°
Maximum Bellows Extension
11.8" / 300mm
Minimum Bellows Extension
2.96" / 75mm
Physical
Mounting
Bottom: 1x 1/4"-20
Bottom: 1x 3/8"
Color
Black
Material of Construction
Birch Plywood, Anodized Aluminum, PET-G, Vinyl, Glass
Dimensions
7.1 x 7.1 x 3.8" / 180 x 180 x 97 mm (Folded)
Weight
2.9 lb / 1.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.48 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.1 x 8.7 x 5.2"

Intrepid Camera 4x5 Camera Reviews

Solid And Portable Build

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-11-18

This Was My First 4x5 Large Format Camera, And It Works Great And Was Exactly What I Was Looking For Getting Into Large Format Photography. It Folds Up Nicely To Bring In A Backpack Or Other Photography Bag, Is Pretty Durable In Various Conditions, And Has All The Basic Features For Large Format Photography. Of Course, One Would Still Need To By The Other Accessories To Use This (lens + Board, Tripod, Film + Film Holders, Cable Release, And Hood - Although You Can Use A Black Jacket Or Other Dark Cloth For This), But I Would Highly Recommend This Camera Body For Anyone Looking To Get Into Large Format Photography.

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What lens comes with the camera?

What lens comes with the camera?
Asked by: Kenneth
The lens, the lens boards, and the Fresnel screen are not included with the Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2025-11-26

What lens is compatible with this camera ?

What lens is compatible with this camera ?
Asked by: LaDestiny
The Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera (Black) uses large-format lenses. The lenses are no longer made, and used ones will need to be acquired. And depending on the lens you get, you will need the correct model lens board. The boards are at this link, https://bhpho.to/4ecA3dn.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2026-04-29

Does this camera accept Wista-style lens boards?

Does this camera accept Wista-style lens boards?
Asked by: Ron
The boards for the Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera are 96x99mm. So it is possible your current boards might fit if they are that size.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-05-26

What is the size of the lens board?

What is the size of the lens board?
Asked by: Brian
The lens boards for the Intrepid Camera 4 x 5 View Camera are 96x99mm and can be purchased at this link: https://bhpho.to/41gqOAz. A lens board is a required item for this camera since it does not come with any boards.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-02-25
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