Question

The pinhole camera was invented in 1811?

Answer 1

It was roughly invented in 1000AD..

Answer 2

The first pinhole camera was invented by Alhazen Ibn Al-Haytham roughly in 1000AD. However, the first photograph by a pinhole camera was made in 1827 by a Joseph Nicephore. You can read more about the history of the pinhole camera at http://inventors.about.com/od/pstartinventions/a/stilphotography.htm.