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Lomography launches the first instant camera with wide angle lens

Mar 19, 2017 by Dunja Djudjic 1 Comment

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Lomography has introduced a new instant camera with wide angle lens named Lomo’Instant Automat Glass Magellan. Aside from a multi-coated 38mm lens, the first of its kind, it also features aperture that’s pretty large for an instant camera. It goes up to f/4.5, which makes the lens ideal for action shots and shooting in low light conditions. According to Lomography, “the Lomo’Instant Automat Glass has everything you need to capture the world in crystal-clear, razor-sharp definition.”

The camera uses Fujifilm Instax Mini Film, and Lomography includes a set of accessories for taking different kinds of photos. But let us look at the specs:

  • Film Format: Fujifilm Instax Mini Film
  • Exposure Area: 62mm x 46mm
  • Lens Focal Length: 38mm (21mm equivalent)
  • Shutter Speed: Bulb (maximum 30 seconds), 8s-1/250 (Auto Shooting Mode)
  • Exposure Compensation: +1/-1 Exposure Values (Ambient Exposure)
  • Film Ejection Mechanism: Motorized
  • Multiple Exposures: Unlimited
  • Built-in Flash Guide Number: 9(m)
  • Built-in Flash: Automatic Flash & Flash Off Mode
  • Auto Exposure Type: Programmed Automatic
  • Aperture: f/4.5, f/22
  • Zone Focusing Setting: 0.3m / 0.6m / 1m-infinite
  • Closest Focusing Distance: 0.3m
  • Remote Control Trasmission: Infrared
  • Remote Control Sensor Range: 1-2m in bright sunshine, up to 5m indoors
  • Film Counter: LED indication, counting down
  • Battery Supply: 2 x CR2 batteries (2 x 3V)
  • Remote Control Battery Supply: 1 x CR1632 batteries (3V)
  • Tripod mount: Yes
  • Filter Thread Diameter: 43mm

In addition to the lens unique for this type of camera and a variety of options, Lomography also includes a lens cap that doubles as a remote shutter, a close-up attachment, a set of color gel filters for the flash and more. The camera’s features and the accessories are planned to enable you to play, experiment and create versatile instant photos. Here’s what you get in the package:

  • Lomo’Instant Automat Glass Magellan
  • Lomo’Instant Automat Glass Close-Up Lens Attachment
  • Remote Control Lens Cap
  • Lomo’Instant Automat Glass Splitzer
  • Colored Gel Filters
  • Inspirational shooting tips
  • Magnet Stickers
  • Glue Dots
  • Photo Stands and Photo Clips

Lomo’Instant Automat Glass Magellan is ready for preorders at the price of £169.00 (~$210). The shipping is expected mid-April 2017.

[via HUH. Magazine]

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About Dunja Djudjic

Dunja Djudjic is a multi-talented artist based in Novi Sad, Serbia. With 15 years of experience as a photographer, she specializes in capturing the beauty of nature, travel, and fine art. In addition to her photography, Dunja also expresses her creativity through writing, embroidery, and jewelry making.

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