Chamonix 45N-2

• Landscape photography
• Architecture
• Travel large format
• Photographers wanting full movements in field camera

• Front and rear movements (rarely used movements omitted to save weight)
• Universal tapered bellows suits wide-angle lenses
• Fresnel screen included
• Screw focusing on stainless-steel track
• Folds flat for transport

• Wood construction requires care
• No rangefinder option
• Ground glass focusing only
• Requires separate lenses

• Wood swelling in humidity
• Bellows wear over time
• Locks and fittings may need adjustment

The Chamonix 45N-2 (replacing the 45N-1 in 2011) is a 4x5 field camera of wood and carbon-fibre composite. Rarely used movements are left out to save weight, but the rear swing was redesigned and the standard universal bellows has a tapered front for short lenses. It folds to 200 x 182 x 90mm and weighs 1,550g. Supplied with a Fresnel lens and a carry bag; the maker lists teak or cherry.

Typical range

£800 - £1200

Excellent condition

~£1400

Maker lists US$1,350 including FedEx shipping. Used examples rare.

Prices as of 2026-01. UK market, may vary.