Graflex Grafmatic 23 Sheet Film Holder
✎ Edit this pageThe Graflex Grafmatic 23 Sheet Film Holder revolutionized large format photography by enabling rapid film changes without removing the holder from the camera. This ingenious 2x3 inch format accessory held twelve sheets of film in a compact magazine, allowing photographers to advance to fresh film by simply pulling a tab and pushing the holder back into position. The mechanical precision required for this rapid-change system made the Grafmatic a marvel of engineering, featuring spring-loaded mechanisms and light-tight seals. Press photographers especially valued this innovation, as it eliminated the time-consuming process of swapping individual film holders during fast-paced news events. The Grafmatic system significantly increased shooting efficiency and became an essential tool for professional photographers requiring multiple exposures.