SUMMARY
The Smartflex 8x10 camera marks the first time in over a century that an 8x10 format SLR has been built, with the company claiming it is the largest SLR ever created. Unlike typical large-format cameras that use ground glass, this model features an internal mirror and prism system for a viewfinder. It supports 8x10 sheet film, wet plates, and Polaroids, and is constructed with a robust chassis capable of handling heavy lenses. The camera is available for a trial price of $5,715 with a lens.
TAKEAWAYS
The Smartflex 8x10 is the largest SLR camera ever built, supporting the 8x10 format.
It features a waist-level viewfinder, a rarity for large-format cameras.
The camera accepts 8x10 sheet film, wet plates, and Polaroids.
It weighs 12.3 lbs (5.6kg) without a lens and is designed for heavy optics.