The Baby Al-Vista was manufactured by the Multiscope & Film Co. of Burlington Wisconsin from approximately 1906 to 1908. This small mainstream panoramic camera was capable of capturing three 2 1/4 x 6 3/4 inch sized exposures on standard no. 120 roll-film. It was made in two models. The No. 1 featured an adjustable spring tension for control where the No. 2 model used an external fan to slow down the swinging shutter. Teh camera was fitted with a view finder and spirit level. Made of wood covered in leather with nickel plated metal fittings. Originally priced at $3.50.

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