B&J Orbit 4X5 monorail camera with 165mm Caltar lens + FILM + HOLDERS #5611

The B&J Orbit is a license made copy of the Calumet CC401 camera system. A basic and simple to use 4X5 camera. Fully articulating body, simple controls and a classic design make this a highly capable tool for beginners and pros alike.

Includes:

• B&J Orbit 4X5 monorail camera
• Ilex Caltar 165mm F6.3
• 2 4X5 film holders (modern, tested)
• Sealed, 25 sheet box of CatLABS X FILM 80 II BW negative film

Camera Features:

• Fully articulating body front and back
• Rotating back
• Geared front rise/fall
• Positive center detents throughout
• Bail back lever for easy loading/unloading of film holders
• Takes common 4X4 lensboards

Camera Condition:

• Bellows are tested, light tight
• All movements, gears, knobs and locks work as they should
• Camera shows normal signs of use
• This camera is used, tested and working as it should
• Spring lock back is tight and works as it should
• Ground glass is clean and clear

Ilex Caltar 165mm F6.3:

• 165mm is a slightly longer than normal angle of view lens on 4X5 cameras (similar to a 58mm lens on 35mm format camera)
• Lens glass is clean with with no major issues to report, no scratches, haze or fungus, minor internal dust/debris
• Press shutter is in good working order and fires nicely on all speeds, aperture scale is hand marked, includes a locking cable release

Ask us about combining this purchase with any of our other large format lenses or film holders.

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