Lumière Scoutbox
Specification
| Manufacturer | : | Lumière |
|---|---|---|
| Produced | : | 1934 |
| Classification | : | Medium Format |
| Body Type | : | Box |
| Construction | : | Metal |
| Film Type | : | 120 |
| Film Width | : | 62mm |
| Image Size | : | 2¼ x 3¼ in |
| No. of Images | : | 8 |
| Lens Type | : | Double Meniscus |
| Focus Type | : | Fixed |
| Focal Length | : | 90mm |
| Focus Range | : | 10ft to inf |
| Aperture Type | : | Variable |
| Aperture | : | f/10, f/13, f/16 |
| Shutter Type | : | Rotary |
| Shutter Speeds | : | B,I*(1/40 sec) |
| Size (w x h x d) | : | 80 x 110 x 113 mm |
| Weight | : | 515g |
| * Measured on this camera | ||
Art Deco Credentials
Noteworthy: Worth giving special attention
- Produced during the main Art Deco period;
- Diamond patterning on body leatherette;
- Symmetrical face;
- Geometric black metal decorative plates on the front panel.
- Chrome viewfinder surrounds
- Chrome winder;
- Real leather strap.
Description
The Lumière Scoutbox is a metal bodied box-type camera manufactured from 1934. The facade has a symmetrical geometric pattern in black enamelled metal. The metal body is covered in black leatherette having an embossed diamond pattern. It features a real leather handle. It has two reflecting brilliant finders.
The film is advanced by a chrome winder and uses a red window for the frame count. It is fixed focus with a B/I shutter and a connection for a remote cable release. The aperture can have one of three values with 1,2 or 3 marked next to the lever. These positions equate to an aperture of f/10(1), f/12(2) and f/14(3). It has a tripod mount.
How to Use
This camera takes 120 film which is easily available from photographic outlets.
As the shutter speed is only 1/40s, it is advisable to hold it against a wall or other solid object to get shake free shots. There are no tripod sockets. For quick snapshots, hold it firmly against your body.
If you don't want to bother with an exposure meter, follow the guide shown. It is based on the 'Sunny 16' rule. Film is so forgiving and will produce acceptable results even when overexposed by 2 or 3 stops or underexposed by 1 stop.
The tables assume that the sun is at least 30 degrees above the horizon - that's 10am - 5pm on a summers day in the UK.
Remember that the exposure guide in the manual may not be helpful as it is based on the use of old film with a low ISO value.
Using ISO 100/125 film - shutter speed 1/40s
| Weather Conditions | Shadow Detail | Aperture | Exposure |
|---|---|---|---|
 SunnySnow/Sand | Dark with sharp edges | f/16(3) | +2 Stops Overexposed Acceptable |
| Sunny | Distinct | f/16(3) | +1 Stop Overexposed Acceptable |
 Slight Overcast | Soft around edges | f/16(3) | Good |
 Overcast | Barely visible | f/13(2) | Good |
 Heavy Overcast | None | f/10(1) | Good |
 Open Shade/Sunset | None | f/10(1) | -1 Stops Underexposed Acceptable |
Photographs taken with this Camera
Ilford FP4+ film. Developed in D76(1+1)
