Why the Omega B22 Enlarger Still Rocks Today

If you've spent any time scouring Craigslist or eBay for darkroom gear, you've almost certainly run into the omega b22 enlarger. It's one of those iconic pieces of equipment that seems to be sitting in every attic or basement of every former photography student from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. There's a very good reason for that: these things were built like absolute tanks and were designed to handle the transition from 35mm to medium format without breaking a sweat. ...

February 28, 2026 · 7 min · Anda Gissela