The Stereo Puck is a simple 120-roll film stereoscopic (3-D) box camera, which can still be fully usable today. In this post, you will find a complete guide to the camera, including an introduction, a step-by-step guide to using it, with a few useful downloads, and a review.
Category: History and Research
Through the Eyes of Amateurs: 1960s Kent in 3-D
Sharing an early 1960s set of amateur stereoscopic (3-D) photographs of Kent heritage sites, as well as some wonderful home life snapshots.
The Agfa Stand at a 1930s Photo Exhibition in France
Photo Historian Denis Pellerin researches and rediscovers the amazing history behind stereoscopic photographs of a 1930s Agfa stand, and takes us on a journey of what was available to amateur stereoscopic photographers during that period.
Thomas Comer, 1892-1915: A Tribute on Armistice Day
A chance purchase in 2019 of a photographic album of Lincolnshire, and the research that followed, lead me to rediscover the tragically short life of Thomas Comer, the first fallen hero of the Boston Artillery. I am sharing his story on Armistice Day as a tribute to the young man, 110 years after his death.
Free Online Halloween 3-D Talk: ‘Ghosts, Witches, Skeletons and Little Devils’ 31st Oct. 2025
The Brian May Archive of Stereoscopy are offering a free online 3-D talk so you can join them for spooktacular stereos this halloween.
The Perpetual Myths of Stereoscopy
To commemorate Sir Charles Wheatstone on the 150th anniversary of his death, I thought I'd share a post to try and bring a sledgehammer to some of the perpetual myths of stereoscopy.
Making a Stereoscopic (3-D) Calotype at Lacock Abbey, with Jo Gane and Robert Douglas
I thought to commemorate Sir Charles Wheatstone on the 150th anniversary of his death I'd share a stereoscopic calotype negative I recently made, with a heck of a lot of help, at Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire, the birthplace of stereoscopic photography.
Advertising in the Stereoscope
Photo Historian Denis Pellerin shares more of his incredible research to give us an insight and overview of the history of advertising in the stereoscope. In this richly illustrated text, Denis explores several areas of the application of stereoscopy to advertising and vice-versa.
Amblyopia and Brain Plasticity: Exploring Pathways to Restore Stereoscopic Vision
To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the death of Sir Charles Wheatstone, and to honour his research on the physiology of human vision, Victor Levy shares his incredible personal journey of reclaiming his stereoscopic vision. Through research and experimentation, including with stereoscopy, Victor's story will inspire others to follow on his path of gaining a deep understanding of their own vision, and working with it through trial and error to bring about life-changing results. The Stereoscopy Blog is honoured to be able to share Victor's journey on this special day.
‘Napoleon III and his time in the Stereoscope’: In-person 3-D talk, 29th October, Camden Place, Chislehurst, UK.
Come and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Napoleon III through the lenses of a Stereoscope! This in-person event will take you on a journey back in time to explore the life and times of this iconic historical figure at the beautiful place where he breathed his last.










