Sinar
The Sinar P2 is a precision 4×5 large-format view camera manufactured in Switzerland. Its modular rail design and geared movements allow for exact control of perspective and focus plane, making it a standard tool in architectural, commercial, and fine art photography.

Community note
“Gursky used large-format view cameras including the Sinar P2 for his panoramic photographs before transitioning to digital medium format. Documented in interviews accompanying his Kunstmuseum Basel retrospective.”

Community note
“Nelson uses large-format cameras including Sinar for his monumental portraits of indigenous communities in "Before They Pass Away" (2013). Documented in interviews about his production process.”
Last updated March 7, 2026