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In the digital era, some photographers seek to slow down and reduce visual clutter around them. Some stick to retro digital cameras, but others prefer to work with film. For the latter, there are fewer newer offerings than for the former. To help those who like film, Lomography, which has been making some exceptional cameras, is now introducing a new model, the Lomo MC-A. What does it offer? Let’s have a look.
The Lomo MC-A is a point-and-shoot camera that features a 32mm f2.8 glass. The camera features an automatic aperture priority mode and a full manual shooting mode. This helps photographers from every walk of life to make images with ease. This is also a 35mm full-frame camera, which means you get sharp and wonderful photographs. There are also modes such as multiple exposures and a PC-Sync flash socket. Here is a quick look at the specs:
- Film format: 35 mm film (135 film)
- Exposure area: Full-frame, 36 mm × 24 mm
- Lens construction: 5 elements in 5 groups, multi-coated glass lens
- Aperture range: f/2.8 – f/16
- Shutter speed range: Bulb (B), 1 s – 1/500
- Exposure modes: Program auto, aperture priority, manual
- Exposure compensation range: -2 to +2 EV
- ISO settings: DX (auto), ISO 12 to ISO 3200 (manual)
- Focus modes: Auto-focus, manual zone focus (0.4 m, 0.8 m, 1.5 m, 3 m, Inf.)
- Built-in flash power: GN9 (default OFF), auto flash, 1st curtain long exposure programmatic flash mode
- Flash coverage: 3.2 m at ISO 100, f/2.8
- PC-sync socket: Yes
- Self-timer: Yes (off, 2 s, 10 s, 30 s)
- Film advance & rewind: Manual (lever)
- Multiple exposures: Unlimited
- Tripod socket: 1⁄4”
- Viewfinder: Reflective bright frame optical viewfinder
- Filter thread: 30.5 mm
- Battery supply: 1 × USB-C rechargeable CR2 battery (3V–3.7V) (included)
- Camera dimensions: 125.8 mm (W) × 69.5 mm (H) × 42 mm (D)
- Weight: 332 g (battery excluded)
From the looks of it, the camera appears to be simple to use and offers enough features to produce the desired images. We tested Lomography’s Simple Use camera, another point-and-shoot model that is fun to use. Considering that the device was so good, our hopes are the same with the Lomo MC-A. Similarly, the Lomography Fisheye Baby 110 is another compact, affordable device that offers unique double exposures. Since the company has two great film cameras, the MC-A has a lot to live on.
Lomography also has some good color and black and white film rolls. If you pair the device with any of the rolls, you will certainly get the images you desire. However, since the device is a bit costly, beginners may want to look elsewhere. But if you are a professional who knows their way around film cameras, this one could be for you.
The Lomo MC-A is priced at $549, available in Black and Silver colors. For more information, head to Lomography’s website.
Sample images from MC-A
