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50 Stunning Sculptural Cameras

From Shutterbug Sweets to Recyclable DSLRs

— August 31, 2012 — Tech
While DSLRs are becoming increasingly powerful in today's market, the intricate bodies and artful lenses have inspired designers to create some stunning sculptural cameras. Although most of these shooters are non-functional, the details found in the real deal have not been forgotten.

Artists like Kiel Johnson and Jennifer Collier use materials such as paper and cardboard to craft carbon copies of powerful cameras. These fragile replicas are full of immense detail and look impressively close to the real McCoy. Others are taking the photographer's tools of the trade as inspiration behind sweet masterpieces. Cookies and cakes can be found in the shapes of polaroids and full-fledged DSLRS. In addition to art and desserts, classic cameras have also been refashioned into decorative smartphone cases, transforming modern electronics into retro gears.

These sensational sculptural cameras showcase the beauty and craftsmanship that go into crafting these high-powered tools.
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Building Block Cameras
Building Block Cameras
The LEGO Pinhole Camera is a Fully Functional Picture Taker
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Repurposed Book Cameras
Repurposed Book Cameras
The Tonk ‘As Long as It Photographs’ Project Captures the Audi
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Photographic Skin-Cleaners
Photographic Skin-Cleaners
The Camera Soap Bar Keeps Shutterbugs Clean
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Jumbo Camera Street Art
Jumbo Camera Street Art
The Mentalgassi Camera is a Caravan in Disguise
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Massive Silver Cameras
Massive Silver Cameras
The Photographic Equipment by Liao Yibai Doesn't Need Zoom
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Vintage Polaroid Wallets
Vintage Polaroid Wallets
The Camera Snap Card Case is for True Photographers
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DIY Shutterbug Disguises
DIY Shutterbug Disguises
The Tyler Card Nikon Camera Costume is a Fully Functioning Getup
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Translucent Camera Sculptures
Translucent Camera Sculptures
The Crystal Clear Canon 7D Replica is Unbelievably Hand Carved
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Photographic Coffee Holders
Photographic Coffee Holders
The Fotodiox 'Lenzcup' is a 35MM Beverage Tumbler
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Photographic Phone Covers
Photographic Phone Covers
The Polaroid iPhone Decal Makes Your Smartphone a Classic Camera
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Shutterbug Sweets
Shutterbug Sweets
The FujiFilm X100 Cake was Baked for Photographer Gary Cruz's Birthday
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Modern Society Relics
Modern Society Relics
Bughouse's Future Fossils Series Centers Around Technology
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Shutterbug Jewelry
Shutterbug Jewelry
Show Your Love for Photography by Wearing the Leica M8 Necklace
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Instagram-Inspired Wooden Toys
Instagram-Inspired Wooden Toys
Anagram by Twig Creative is a Cute Camera for Children
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Camera Lens Calendars
Camera Lens Calendars
Desktop Calendar is Perfect for Snap-Happy Photographers
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Sprocket-Exposing Cameras
Sprocket-Exposing Cameras
The Powershovel Brand Creates Camera with Sprocket Patterns
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Hipster Cam Keyholders
Hipster Cam Keyholders
These Lomography Keychains Display Your Photography Brand Loyalty
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Vintage Photography Tees
Vintage Photography Tees
The Polaroid x Altru Collaboration is Chill and Chic
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Shutterbug Confections
Shutterbug Confections
These Camera Cookies are Designed for Photography Enthusiasts
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Retro Camera Lamps
Retro Camera Lamps
Dan Riordan Turns Photographer's Tools Into Objets d'Art
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Artistic Appliance Campaigns
Artistic Appliance Campaigns
The ComEd MetamorFridges Project is Eye-Catching
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Vintage Camera Disguises
Vintage Camera Disguises
The Wooden Camera Tape Dispenser Plays Tricks on Your Eyes
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Neon Throwback Papercrafts
Neon Throwback Papercrafts
Zim and Zou 'Back to Basics' Visits the Past to Create Nostalgic Art
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Cookie-Like Cameras
Cookie-Like Cameras
These Fuuvi Miniature Biscuit Cameras Look Good Enough to Eat
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Sock Sculptures
Sock Sculptures
Washable, Once-Wearable Cotton Art Recycles Orphaned Footwear
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Pint-Sized Camera Pendants
Pint-Sized Camera Pendants
The JnPol DSLR Camera Miniature Necklaces are Adorably
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Camera Lens Mugs
Camera Lens Mugs
The 'thumbsUp!' Photography Cup is Incredibly Surreal
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Retro Camera Phone Covers
Retro Camera Phone Covers
The Gizmon iCA iPhone Case Turns Your Smartphone Into a Leica
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Fashion Forward Cameras
Fashion Forward Cameras
Holga Designer Cameras to Match Every Outfit
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Cutesy Photography Pouches
Cutesy Photography Pouches
The Soft Fuzzy Wuzzy Camera Case Cuddles Your Lens
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Toy Block Gadgets
Toy Block Gadgets
LEGO NTX Robotics Include Brick Camera and MP3 Player
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Deceptive Piggy Banks
Deceptive Piggy Banks
Canon DSLR Camera Bank Keeps Your Money Well-Hidden
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Comfy Hipster Seating
Comfy Hipster Seating
The Bean Bags by Woouf Have a Retro Feel
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Colorful Edible Sculptures
Colorful Edible Sculptures
The Food Art by Dan Cretu Transforms Fruits and Veggies into Artwork
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DIY Wooden Cameras
DIY Wooden Cameras
The Canon DSLR Mock-Up
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Carefully Constructed Cameras
Carefully Constructed Cameras
The Papercraft Leica Cam is Delicate Yet Usable
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Vintage Cardboard Cameras
Vintage Cardboard Cameras
The Pinhole Hasselblad by Kelly Angood Can Actually Take Photographs
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DIY Wooden Camera Tutorials
DIY Wooden Camera Tutorials
The Canon Balsa Wood 1D Step-by-Step Guide Makes Life-Like Mock Ups
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Candy-Coated Cameras
Candy-Coated Cameras
The Sprinkles 7D by PJ Linden Looks as Good as the Photos it Takes
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Retro Smartphone Covers
Retro Smartphone Covers
The Wood Camera iPhone 4 Case Protects Your Device in Vintage Fashion
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Camera Lens Cushions
Camera Lens Cushions
The Plushtography Pillow Encourages Kodak Moment Cuddling
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Paper Cameras
Paper Cameras
The Jennifer Collier Paper Art Series is Unbelievable
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Social-Networking Biscuits
Social-Networking Biscuits
The InstaGraham Crackers are Creative Baking Creations
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Lumberific iPhone Cases
Lumberific iPhone Cases
SigniCASE Carves Crazy Camera Designs for Smartphones
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Photo Geek Cups
Photo Geek Cups
The Camera Lens Mug Quenches Your Thirst & Your Photographic Needs
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Picture-Perfect Mobile Covers
Picture-Perfect Mobile Covers
The Camera iPhone Case Protects Gadgets with a Vintage Feel
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Recyclable DSLRs
Recyclable DSLRs
Kiel Johnson Crafts Amazing Cardboard Cameras
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Concealed Boozy Gadgets
Concealed Boozy Gadgets
The Binocktails Bev-Cam Camera Flask is Cleverly Disguised
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Toy Brick Picture Cameras
Toy Brick Picture Cameras
The Legotron Camera is a Snapshot of DIY Success
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Instructtoos
Instructtoos
Tattooed Diagrams Give the Wearer a Permanent Blueprint
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