Term - Vacuum back |
Vacuum back | SWPP Photographic Glossary | Sunday 8th September 2024 |
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Vacuum backCamera back with a perforated plate through which air is drawn by a pump. A sheet of film is therefore sucked flat against the plate and held firmly during exposure. Used for special large format cameras such as copying devices where dimensional accuracy is critical.
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