world’s largest pinhole camera, an extraordinary feat that combines art, science, and engineering. Constructed as part of a public art and photography initiative, the camera pushes the boundaries of traditional pinhole photography while celebrating the city’s rich heritage in art and architecture.
Measuring over 3 meters in length and 2 meters in height, the massive camera is functional, capturing life-sized photographic images using the simplest principles of photography: light passing through a tiny hole onto a photosensitive surface. Unlike conventional cameras, this gigantic pinhole device requires no lens or electronic equipment, relying entirely on natural light and precise calculations of exposure time.
The project was undertaken by a team of local artists, engineers, and photography enthusiasts, who aimed to showcase how centuries-old photographic techniques can be scaled up to monumental proportions. The resulting images, developed using traditional light-sensitive paper, provide a unique perspective on familiar city landscapes, monuments, and public spaces, turning everyday scenes into immersive works of art.
The camera also serves an educational purpose, illustrating the basic principles of optics, light, and image formation for students, tourists, and photography fans. Its world record status has drawn visitors from across the globe, eager to witness both the engineering marvel and the unusual photographic results.
