Original design introduced in 2015 – The RealitySoSubtle 6×6 is an ultra-wide angle flat plane pinhole camera with central and rise pinholes/shutters – uses 120 film. Design updated May 2026.
Camera features
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- Very compact pocket design with rounded edges
- CNC machined body from High Impact Polystyrene (H.I.P)
- Central,Rise and Fall pinhole – 15mm offset from center
- Designed for use with Cokin A filters.
- Flat film plane with pinhole to film distance (focal length) of 20.5mm.
- 56.2 x56.2mm square image area – 12 shots per roll on 120 film.
- Angle of view: 108 degrees horizontal, 108 degrees vertical.
- 2x Laser drilled 150 micron (0.15mm) pinholes (f/137). Pinhole material thickness = 50 microns (.002″).
- Magnetic shutters – magnetic ‘snap to’ both open and closed position
- Accurate CNC engraved aiming lines on top and both sides for accurate framing.
- Precise bubble level.
- 1/4-20 tripod mount
- Film winds in both directions (multiple exposures possible)
- Brass winding shafts turning in precision bearings
- Top-loader with top panel fixed with captive screws
- Removeable back panel (allows cleaning/troubleshooting)
Image Quality
Using these laser drilled pinholes and with this ultra wide design this camera gives nice sharp results. Some images shot with the camera…(straight scans with epson V700 & no sharpening).
Check out this striking shot by Stephan Sostaric with the RSS 6×6 :
Here’s some stunning images shot by Corey Cannon – you can find more of his work on Instagram
You can see more examples in the flickr group.
Size/Weight
The camera weighs 0.21kg.
Length x height x depth = 125 x 33 x 82mm. (Winding knobs protrude outside of this).
Packaging?
The camera is carefully packed in bubble wrap inside a cardboard box.