Al-Vista 5F

The Al-Vista Model 5F was manufactured by the Multiscope & Film Co. of Burlington Wisconsin from approximately 1901 to 1908. This camera was able to be configured for snap shots on glass plates or panoramic views on roll-film cartridges. The front assemble was interchangeable for either a traditional bellows and lens or it could be fitted with the Al-Vista revolving panoramic lens front assembly. The camera featured an attachment for taking negatives of different lengths with the same camera including, 5 x 4, 5 x 6, 5 x 8, 5 x 10, and 5 x 12 inches. Originally priced in 1908 at $45.00 for the camera using 5-inch film and 4 x5 plates with an extra rapid rectilinear lens and shutter and $80.00 for a camera fitted with Burlington Anastigmat lens f6.8, with plate attachment, rectilinear lens and shutter.

The rare convertible model with panoramic front in perfect original condition. With panoramic face for shooting up to 5x12 inch pictures on roll film.

Condition: B+

Year: c.1905

Serial number: 2965