Ising Pucky

The Ising Pucky is a boxing camera. It was presented by Ising in the 50s. The company Eugen Ising was based in Bergneustadt in Germany.

The Ising Pucky has a fixed lens. The lens is not interchangeable, so it is not possible to use different lenses. The camera also has no autofocus. The distance setting is fixed.

For accurate exposure, the photographer must use a light meter. The apertures on the Ising Pucky can be selected between f/9, f/11 and f/16. To achieve longer exposure times, the Bulb mode can be used, in which the shutter remains open as long as the shutter release button is pressed. The Ising Pucky has a thread for a tripod and a connection for a cable release to minimise camera movement.

The Ising Pucky is a completely mechanical camera, so no batteries are needed to power it.

Films for the Ising Pucky

The Ising Pucky needs photographic film to take pictures. More precisely, medium format films are needed. Fresh material is still being produced for this type of film. A possible film for colour pictures is the Kodak Portra 160*. A possibility for b/w pictures is the Kodak TRI-X 400*. A manageable number of manufacturers also offer films for this format.

The pictures of the Ising Pucky are exposed in 6×6 format. With this size, twelve pictures usually fit on the film. The film in the camera must be rewound manually by the photographer. This model does not offer automatic film transport.

The Ising Pucky can only be bought in used condition. Depending on the state of preservation, the cost of the medium format camera varies. Of course, the highest prices come from collectors and enthusiasts.