Ludicrous $17,400 Batman Graphic Novel Looks Like a Camera
A new limited-edition release of the graphic novel 'Batman: The Killing Joke' is designed to resemble an oversized film camera. This unique edition, priced at $17,409.75, includes luxurious features such as a custom leather case and giclée-printed pages. Only 47 copies will be available, and interested buyers must apply for the chance to purchase one.
- ▪The graphic novel's design is inspired by the Joker's iconic cover, where he holds a camera.
- ▪Each page of the volume is individually giclée printed and hand-fused, making it the first comic book to use this fine art printing process.
- ▪The camera case is made of cinnamon calf leather and includes a tropical-themed strap.
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Ludicrous $17,400 Batman Graphic Novel Looks Like a Camera May 19, 2026 Jeremy Gray One of the most famous and beloved Batman graphic novels ever, “Batman: The Killing Joke,” is getting a new special limited-edition release that looks like an oversized film camera. freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "PetaPixel_728x90_ATF_Desktop", slotId: "PetaPixel_728x90_ATF_Desktop" }); freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "PetaPixel_300x600_300x250_320x50_Mobile", slotId: "PetaPixel_300x600_300x250_320x50_Mobile" }); As reported by Digital Camera World, the idea of a graphic novel shaped like a camera may seem completely insane at first. However, the bizarre and expensive crossover is closely tied to the graphic novel’s story itself.
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