SUMMARY
Steve O'Nions documents his experience using the Soviet-era Horizon 202 swing lens panoramic camera on a mountain hike, shooting exclusively with Ilford Delta 400 film. The camera offers a wide field of view, comparable to a 14mm lens on a 35mm camera, with minimal distortion. O'Nions discusses how direct sunlight and low contrast affect composition, forcing specific shooting angles and limiting choices. He reflects on the cost of film and how it influences his shooting decisions, ultimately questioning whether this experimental approach will become a permanent part of his photography kit.
TAKEAWAYS
The Horizon 202 is a Soviet-era swing lens panoramic camera with a wide field of view and low distortion.
Sunlight direction and low contrast are practical limitations that shape photographic compositions.
The cost of film shooting influences the photographer's decision-making process before each shot.
The photographer evaluates whether the Horizon 202 will become a regular part of his gear.