{"title":"Vintage Box Cameras","description":"\u003csection class=\"b_paragraph\" data-md-index=\"2\" data-bm=\"65\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History of Box Cameras\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"b_paragraph b_paragraph_selected\" data-md-index=\"3\" data-bm=\"66\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox cameras emerged in the late 19th century as one of the earliest mass‑produced photographic devices. Their design was simple: a light‑tight box with a fixed‑focus lens at one end and photographic film at the other. Early models, such as the Kodak box camera introduced in 1888, revolutionised photography by making it accessible to amateurs. Users no longer needed complex technical skills—just point and click.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"b_paragraph\" data-md-index=\"4\" data-bm=\"67\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitially made from wood or metal, later versions used cardboard or plastic, making them lightweight and affordable. Box cameras were popular through the early to mid‑20th century, serving as an entry point for countless hobbyists. While they lacked adjustable settings, their simplicity encouraged widespread adoption and helped establish photography as a common pastime. By the 1960s, more advanced cameras replaced them, but their legacy remains as a symbol of photography’s democratization and the joy of capturing everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ensign-all-distance-twenty-box-camera","title":"Ensign All-Distance ''Twenty'' box camera","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely vintage box camera manufactured by the Houghton Butcher Manufacturing Company, England. The camera features a pull out wire viewfinder, black leatherette covering and simple operation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn generally good condition for its age, shutter and film advance work. Black leatherette mainly intact but has age related edge wear and some minor edge fraying on corners. Light surface rust on winding key, side latches and pull out viewfinder. Internal mechanics are clean.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65114967605597,"sku":"0005","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/files\/Photoroom_20260630_155953.jpg?v=1782831950"},{"product_id":"ensign-e29-portrait-box-camera","title":"Ensign E29 Portrait Box camera","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely little Ensign Portrait box camera that was produced in 1930. The camera has the extendable wire frame viewfinder and is in  good condition. The shutter and film winder both work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a few minor surface scuffs and marks but nothing major. The camera comes with original canvas case which shows signs of age but is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65154299756893,"sku":"0007","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/files\/IMG_3778.jpg?v=1783183665"},{"product_id":"vintage-kodak-six-20-bulls-eye-film-camera","title":"Vintage Kodak six-20 Bulls Eye film camera","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely classic Kodak Bulls eye camera dating from 1938 - 1941.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good condition, shutter and film advance knob work. Some minor scratches to the body (see photos). The strap has deteriorated over time and is absent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould make a great addition to a collection or in an interior styling project.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65155294855517,"sku":"0009","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/files\/IMG_3503.jpg?v=1783185918"},{"product_id":"kodak-no-2-bulls-eye-96-model-1896","title":"Kodak No.2 Bulls-eye '96 model' 1896","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmazing piece of photography history. The Kodak No.2 Bulls eye camera '96 model' made in the USA in 1896.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an antique that's 130 years old its in good condition for age, has age related scuffs and minor marks, is quite fragile but is intact. Nice company marks on the interior of the box. Mechanisms seem to work but delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65181639835997,"sku":"0011","price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/files\/Photoroom_20260707_095116.jpg?v=1783414545"},{"product_id":"vintage-kodak-no-2-brownie-1929-1930","title":"Vintage Kodak No 2  Brownie (1929 - 1930)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLovely Kodak Brownie No.2 box camera, green colour dating from around 1929 - 1930.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coloured Brownies appeared in the UK and USA between 1929 and 1933, however the winding knob replaced the winding key in 1931.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good condition for age, some rippling of covering in places and a little surface rust. Shutter and winding key work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot film tested.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65195340792157,"sku":"0015","price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/files\/Photoroom_20260708_154459.jpg?v=1783522110"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/1335\/3309\/collections\/Photoroom_20260630_155953.jpg?v=1782834696","url":"https:\/\/curiooptics.com\/collections\/vintage-box-cameras.oembed","provider":"Curio Optics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}