The Widelux is truly one of the most mysterious cameras. Introduced in the 1950's by Panon Camera Shoko, these cameras brought swing-lens panoramic technology to handheld, portable 35mm film cameras. Only around 20,000 models were produced until the Panon Factory burned down sometime around the 2000's. All of the blueprints, equipment, and records were lost along with it. Information on Widelux cameras remains somewhat limited and largely scattered across the internet. And wh

There are only a handful of technicians in the world qualified enough to service Widelux cameras, and Philippe Raybaudi is one of the masters.

When I saw that Jeff Bridges' photography would be shown in Santa Barbara at the Tamsen Gallery, and that he himself would be speaking, I don't think I've ever bought tickets to an event faster in my life.

The Widelux is a unique camera with an interesting history; particularly, in its relationship to filmmaking.

The Widelux F6 may be the strangest camera I own, but it is also my favorite camera to take when I travel.