The Last camera for your first look inside a camera

Can you imagine building this with your own hands?
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They say it is important to know your roots.

Surely, many of us can take a decent photo when handed a modern digital camera. But how many truly know the complex mechanics that make up a film camera?

I am not asking you to break your camera apart. The guys at Japan-based company PowerShovel have created a kit, with all the parts on sprues (like your model airplane), and packed them in a box to give you the Last camera.

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When successfully constructed, you will get a tripod-mountable 35mm camera -- complete with the standard viewfinder, shutter button, bulb lever, rewinding dial, accessory shoe, and strap holes. You will also have interchangeable 25mm wide-angle and 45mm standard lenses.

Light leak effect shown on photos taken by the Last camera.
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To make things more interesting, there is even a slide door for light leaks to give your photos a retro treatment, without the hassle of using Photoshop.

The Last camera is, as you'd expect, more suited for casual use. Appropriately, It is priced reasonably at US$60. Originally launched in 2012, it would still make a fun Christmas gift for anyone of all ages.

You can check out this page for more pictures taken by the Last camera.