Lomography has announced the release of a new version of their Fisheye No. 2 camera, plus the return of its Lubitel 166+ medium-format camera.
The new edition of the wide-angle Fisheye camera is called Grape Jam and is an all-purple camera with a green viewfinder.
Lomography said in a press release: “Get ready to groove to the rhythm of the Fisheye No.2 Grape Jam, the coolest camera in town! Your ticket to a world of boundless creativity, let your wild imagination soar as you snap up mind-blowing, jaw-dropping, out-of-this-world spherical snaps on 35 mm film.
“With an ultra-wide 170° view, dive right into the middle of the action and effortlessly rock long and multiple exposures that’ll leave you spinning like a turbocharged vinyl record! Plus, with a bright built-in flash, you can keep the experimental vibes going all night long.’
The Grape Jam-edition Fisheye No. 2 is available now from the Lomography Shop and for UK customers costs £69.
Lomography has also announced the return of the Lubitel 166+ medium format camera, Lomography’s updated version of the Soviet-era LOMO Lubitel 166U twin-lens reflex camera.
The Lubitel 166+ was originally released by Lomography in 2008, and is a Chinese-made version of LOMO’s Lubitel 166U, which was produced between 1984 and 1988. The camera can shoot either 12 or 16 images on 120 film, and will also shoot 35mm film with a supplied adaptor, producing images which include the sprocket holes.
Lomography said: “The much sought-after Lomo Lubitel 166+ is making a return, but watch out, stock is limited and it won’t be around long! The multi-coated glass lens creates stunningly sharp shots on 120 or 35 mm film and the cable release thread, tripod mount, hot shoe flash attachment and manual controls allow ultimate experimentation.
“Plus, a top-down viewfinder offers undeniable analogue charm. The Lubitel 166+ will take your hand and guide you through photographic possibilities that you could have never imagined. Act fast to get your hands on this iconic camera before it’s gone again!”
The Lubitel 166+ retails for £349 and is available now. Lomography has said US stocks have already sold out but more will be arriving in January.
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