Alfie Cameras will be “Kickstarting” its Revolutionary [BOXX] on 19 May 2026
May 13, 2026
David Prochnow
Our resident “how-to” project editor, David Prochnow, lives on the Gulf Coast of the United States in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He brings his expertise at making our photography projects accessible to everyone, from a lengthy stint acting as the Contributing How-To Editor with Popular Science magazine. While you don’t have to actually build each of his projects, reading about these adventures will contribute to your continued overall appreciation of do-it-yourself photography. A collection of David’s best Popular Science projects can be found in the book, “The Big Book of Hacks,” Edited by Doug Cantor.
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DIYP is a member of Alfie Cameras’ VIP Superfan program and has learned about the impending release of their [BOXX] on Kickstarter. The scheduled date for the launch is 19 May 2026.
The [BOXX] camera represents an interesting blend of conventional film photography with “instant” camera technology. Unlike today’s instant cameras, however, that eject an encapsulated developing print, [BOXX] relies on a unique, revolutionary “wet” development system that was invented by Alfie Cameras‘ founder Dave Faulkner.
Using ADOX chemistry and photographic paper, Mr. Faulkner devised a magnetically-joined plate holder that does double duty as a portable darkroom. In this manner, following a conventional exposure, the plate holder is removed from the camera and developer, bleach, and clarifying or clearing agent are alternatively injected into the holder for developing the exposed paper negative.
The final result is a gratifying “instantly” available self-developed positive photograph. Does it work, you ask? Surprisingly, the results from this completely unorthodox procedure look superior to any other traditional instant prints.
Developing on Kickstarter
At this point in time, DIYP can divulge a few of the more important features about this impending launch. First of all, the exact time of the Kickstarter launch is 7:30 EDT under the “camera equipment” category.
Secondly, upon launch, you can expect at least two model variants of the [BOXX] camera:
- An entry level model with a single pinhole lens option.
- An advanced model with both a Wollaston 100mm single glass element lens and a pinhole lens.
Additionally, there will be options for a camera bag, light-tight changing bag, and focusing cloth.
![[BOXX] with 100mm lens](https://www.diyphotography.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/boxx.jpeg)
Finally, unsubstantiated rumors indicate that pricing for “early-bird” backers could range between $220 to $330 for the entry level and advanced models, respectively. Also, please note: [BOXX] is NOT a 4×5 format camera. Rather it’s a 2 1/4 x 3 1/2-inch (6×9-cm) format camera.
Enjoy.
David Prochnow
Our resident “how-to” project editor, David Prochnow, lives on the Gulf Coast of the United States in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He brings his expertise at making our photography projects accessible to everyone, from a lengthy stint acting as the Contributing How-To Editor with Popular Science magazine. While you don’t have to actually build each of his projects, reading about these adventures will contribute to your continued overall appreciation of do-it-yourself photography. A collection of David’s best Popular Science projects can be found in the book, “The Big Book of Hacks,” Edited by Doug Cantor.
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