Speed Graphic
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Produced by Graflex in Rochester, the Speed Graphic is commonly called the most famous press camera. It was standard equipment for many American press photographers until the mid 1960s. The first few Pulitzer Prizes for photography were, in fact, taken by Speed Graphic cameras.
Despite the common appellation of Speed Graphic, various Graphic models were produced between 1912 and 1973. The authentic Speed Graphic has a focal plane shutter that other Graphic models lack. The Speed Graphis was available in 2 1/4 x 3 1/4 inch- 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 inch and the famous 4 x 5 inch. Because of the backshutter or focal plane shutter, the Speed Graphic can be equipped with barrel lenses and thus expanding solutions for personal photographic creativity.
Other uses
Singer-songwriter Ben Folds released an EP in 2003 titled "Speed Graphic."