Eyecup
What is an eyecup? An eyecup, when relating to photographic equipment, is typically a contoured rubber cup attached to the eyepiece of the camera. Also known as eyepieces, the main …
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Tripod Spikes
What are tripod spikes? Tripod spikes are a photographic support accessory designed to improve tripod stability on tricky terrain such as ice, mud, sand or snow. Made out of stainless …
Camera Pistol Grip
What is a camera pistol grip? A camera pistol grip is an anatomical handle that attaches to the base of a camera, allowing you to hold and point the camera …
Copy Stand
What is a copy stand? A copy stand, also known as a repro stand, is a device used to fascilitate the photography of large flat objects like artwork, books or …
Photography loupe
What is a photography loupe? A photography loupe, also called negative magnifier or film loupe, is used to inspect processed film or prints. It’s a single or multiple element magnifier …
Hot Shoe Cover
What is a hot shoe cover? A hot shoe cover is a small protective cover that slides in a camera hot shoe when not in use. It’s main task is …
Dark Cloth
What is a dark cloth? A dark cloth, also called a focusing cloth or hood, is a photographic accessory that is primarily used with large format view cameras. In it’s …
Film Leader Retriever
What is a film leader retriever? A film leader retriever, also called film picker or extractor is a film processing tool. It is used to retrieve the end of a …
Lens Spanner Wrench
What is a lens spanner wrench? A lens spanner wrench, or just lens spanner, is a tool for removal of notched lens retaining rings. It is used to take apart …