You always meet interesting people at photography events. So do Elvis and Miha Halilović, two Slovenian designers. Together they founded the company Ondu Pinhole in Velenje, Slovenia, in 2013, which mainly produces pinhole cameras that do not require expensive optics.
However, they have recently started producing fully-fledged view cameras. They acquired a taste for the large format through the Ondu Pinhole 4x5 inch. The 4x5 inch format has the advantage that you get a postcard-sized picture with a contact print. The brothers hesitated for a long time because the view camera presented them with problems. But they found the solution to all their problems and there are now 3 models in the Eikan series.
Ondu - Handmade pinhole cameras from Slovenia
When it comes to the art of photography, especially in its most original form, Slovenian manufacturer Ondu has found a special niche. Ondu, founded by Slovenian designers Elvis and Miha Halilović, produces high-quality pinhole cameras that take photography back to its roots and give every picture a very special atmosphere. The absence of lenses and electronic components turns the entire shooting process into a genuine craft and encourages a creative approach to photography.
Craftsmanship and quality - every camera is unique
All Ondu cameras are carefully handcrafted in Slovenia from sustainable materials such as wood. The natural structure of the wood makes each camera unique and impresses not only with its functionality, but also with its aesthetic design. The cameras are available in different formats, from 35mm and 120 roll film to large formats that allow for different photographic styles.
Why a pinhole camera
A pinhole camera is fundamentally different from conventional cameras. It works without a lens and produces images with a soft, characteristic look. For many photographers, this type of photography offers a new, decelerated approach. Instead of capturing the moment spontaneously, pinhole photography requires patience and precise planning. The results are often surprising and inspiring and leave room for creative experimentation..
The ONDU pinhole camera seriese
Ondu bietet eine Vielzahl an Pinhole-Kameras, die für verschiedene Ansprüche und Fotografie-Stile geeignet sind:
- Small format pinhole (35mm): Compact and lightweight, ideal for travelling.
- Medium format pinhole (120 roll film): For detailed, atmospheric images. This 120 roll film in particular allows various formats, 6x4.5cm, 6x6cm and 6x7cm.
- Large format cameras: For photography enthusiasts who want to get the best out of analogue photographs. These cameras are the exception in Ondu's range, they have a lens with a central shutter. .
Creativity through reduction
Ondu enables photographers to rediscover the essence of photography and concentrate on the essentials. Without electronic aids, it's all about the subject, the light and creative expression. If you are looking for a new, inspiring way of photography, an Ondu pinhole camera could be just the thing for you.
