Belair X 6-12

Disclosure: We are a professional review site that receives compensation from the companies whose products we review. We test each product thoroughly and give high marks to only the very best. We are independently owned and the opinions expressed here are our own..

The Belair X 6-12 by Lomography.com is the world’s first 6 x 12 auto-exposure medium format camera. That offer analog (lomographers) photographers a never-before-seen sharpness, depth of field, and it all comes in wide format!

Belair X 6-12 Features Quick Reference

This information directly from Lomography.com. For more information about the features and more images of the camera, make sure to check out Lomography’s micro site that is dedicated to the Belair X 6-12 camera. The features are taking directly from the micro site’s feature page.

• Exposure Area: 104 x 52mm (6×12), 78 x 52mm (6×9), 52mm x 52mm (6×6)
• Film Type: 120 Roll Film
• Interchangeable Lens Mount: 3 Bayonet Type
• Auto-exposure Mode: Aperture Priority
• Auto-Exposure range: EV4 ~ EV15
• Highest Shutter Speed: 1/125
• Lowest Shutter Speed (B Mode): Unlimited
• Film Sensitivity Supports (ASA/ISO): 50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
• Battery Supply: 2×1.5V (2 x LR44)
• Multiple Exposure: Yes
• Flash Connection: X-type Synchronization Hot-shoe
• Tripod Socket Thread: Standard ¼” Tripod Socket
• Camera Weight (without batteries and film): 500g (Globetrotter and Jetsetter), 450g (City Slicker)

The Camera

Currently there are four different models to choose from. Two standard editions and two special editions. Both special editions have limited numbers and currently one is already sold out. All four versions come with a 58mm wide-angle lens and a 90mm lens.

Belair X 6-12 Cityslicker

The Belair X 6-12 Cityslicker is an all black camera.

Belair X 6-12 Jetsetter

The Belair X 6-12 Jetsetter is a metal camera with brown leather wrapped around the base.

Belair Trailblazer

The Belair X 6-12 Trailblazer comes with a dark brown leather band around the base of the camera. This is a limited edition camera and supplies are limited.

Belair X 6-12 Globe-trotter

The Belair X 6-12 Globe-trotter is exclusively available for pre-order. The camera comes with a metal body and snake-style patterned leather coat. This is a special edition camera that is currently sold out.

Final Thoughts

Out of everything I have read on this camera, I am impressed with the quality of the pictures created, the design of the camera. Most of the reviews I found on this camera say this is a great camera.

For me, I grew up using film cameras and currently I collect and use vintage cameras during some of my photo walks. This camera has the looks of an old bellows style camera and the quality of images captured with this great camera. If you are into lomography or you like shooting with film, this camera looks to be a great fit for those looking for a modern take on vintage analog cameras.

You can purchase the Belair X 6-12 from Lomography.com or from Amazon.com. All images and data were gathered from Lomography’s  Belair X 6-12 micro website.