Monochrome Waist Level Camera - Digital Files Only

Camera Software – Key Features

The WLV-01 software is designed to feel like a real camera — not a computer project. Every feature is built around manual control, intentional shooting, and a film-first experience.

Film Simulation Modes

Choose from a set of carefully tuned black & white film looks inspired by classic emulsions:

• Ilford Delta 400 – clean contrast with smooth tonal transitions

• Ilford HP5 – punchier contrast with visible grain

• Kodak Tri-X 400 – bold, gritty, high-character look

Film simulations are applied in-camera, so what you see while composing closely matches the final image.

Aspect Ratio Selection

Switch between multiple aspect ratios directly in the camera interface to suit your composition style.

Supported ratios include:
16:9, 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 4:5, 5:4, 3:4, 9:16, and more.

The preview updates instantly so you can compose accurately before capturing.

Focus Peaking

Manual focusing is assisted with a green highlight that shows which areas of the image are in sharp focus. This is especially useful when working with vintage or adapted lenses and for low-light or street photography.

Rangefinder Assist Mode

For a more traditional focusing experience, Rangefinder Assist replaces focus peaking with a clean, center-focused visual aid inspired by classic rangefinder cameras.

When enabled, the display simplifies automatically, helping you focus with intention and precision.

ISO Selection

Choose between Auto ISO or fixed ISO values depending on how much control you want over exposure.

Available options:
Auto, 100, 200, 400, 600, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400

Shutter Speed Control

Select Auto Shutter or choose a specific shutter speed to freeze motion, introduce blur, or maintain consistent exposure across shots.

Double Exposure Mode

Create layered images directly in-camera.

Enable Double Exposure, take the first image, then compose the second shot using a live overlay before capturing the combined result — just like classic film cameras that supported double exposures.

RAW + JPG Capture

Every photo can be saved as:

• a JPEG with your selected film look applied

• a RAW (DNG) file for maximum flexibility in post-processing

This gives you both ready-to-share images and full-quality files for editing.

What’s Included

• Full STL library of Monochrome Camera body components
  (camera shell, display frame, mounts, button interfaces, structural inserts)

• Complete Raspberry Pi image file
  (includes system optimizations, drivers, and camera software)

• Digital assembly reference & build documentation

• Compatibility guidance for sourcing electronics

• Access to future software updates for this pack

• On going support for any issues that you may experience

No shipping. No waiting.
Just download, print, build, and start experimenting.

What You’ll Need Separately

• A 3D printer or access to a printing service

• Compatible imaging hardware (Raspberry Pi, sensor, display, power)

• Basic tools and fasteners

A recommended parts list and sourcing guidance are included.

Who This Is For

Makers, students, educators, and experimental photographers who want to:

• Explore monochrome imaging from the inside out

• Design and test their own camera modifications

• Prototype a system before investing in full hardware kits

• Learn how hardware and software come together to make a camera

This pack is also the ideal first step into the ecosystem, with clear upgrade paths to sensor kits and fully assembled cameras.

Licensing Terms

By purchasing and downloading this pack, you agree to the following:

• Files and software are licensed for personal, non-commercial use only

• You may modify the files and software for your own projects

• You may not sell, redistribute, or upload the files publicly

• You may not manufacture or sell cameras or components derived from this design

• Attribution is required if you share images of modified parts based on this design

These terms ensure the project remains sustainable while still encouraging creativity and learning.

Own the Process

With this pack, the camera isn’t just a product — it’s a project.

Print it.
Build it.
Shape it into something new.

Begin your build today.