Pocket Dispo’s Pro Pinhole Lens

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Pocket Dispo has introduced a new “Pro” version of its vintage-inspired pinhole lens, a rebuild that keeps the spirit of the original but adds some usability improvements. While it looks nearly identical to the first model, the Pocket Dispo Pro has been redesigned from the ground up, featuring a sturdier carbon-fibre composite body and, most notably, a new adjustable focus ring. The Pro version is available for Sony E, Fujifilm X, and Canon RF mounts.

Like the original, the Pocket Dispo Pro uses repurposed lenses from old disposable film cameras, hence the name “Dispo.” The lens still has a 28mm focal length and a fixed f/11 aperture, which gives it a huge depth of field and the signature pinhole look. But one of the biggest complaints about the first version was its inability to focus closer than 1.5 meters. The new adjustable focus ring fixes that, allowing for closer focusing distances, though the company hasn’t specified exactly how close it can go. The focus ring itself has a smoother feel this time, with Nyogel Premium Grease used in its mechanism.

The Pocket Dispo Pro is currently available for $69.99 as part of an introductory offer, the full retail price will eventually rise to $99.99. The original Pocket Dispo is still around too, it is a bit simpler, made from standard 3D-printed materials instead of carbon fibre, and as mentioned doesn’t have the adjustable focus ring. It does come in a wider range of mounts though, including Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon RF, Nikon Z, Micro Four Thirds, L-Mount, Canon EOS-M, Canon EF, and Nikon F. Right now, it is priced at $44.99.

You can see full details on Pocket Dispo’s website here