Diana Mini and Flash

I absolutely love this camera. When I first received the Diana Mini, I ruined an entire roll of film. The film was stuck in the winder and when I attempted to rewind the film, it made this terrible clicking noise. I didn't realize that it was supposed to happen until watching a few tutorials but once I understood how to load and unload film, it was love at first snap.One thing you might want to consider when purchasing a camera like this is the type of film you will be using. Although any kind of 35mm film works, it's important to consider the speed of the film. I've found that an ISO of 400 works for all situations. My personal favorites are the Kodak BW400CN (black & white) and Fujifilm X-Tra. The colors are deeply saturated and work well with the random effects of the Diana.There are times when after taking a picture the wheel won't turn all the way. I was worried about how the pictures would turn out but found out that they always produce a new effect that's always surprising, and I want to learn how to do it again. But that's the beauty of a camera like this. You'll never know what comes out next. If you're looking for stability, this really isn't the camera for you.Multiple and long exposures are great on this camera. I generally like taking a picture of something dark and then take another picture in good lighting, and it looks haunting yet playful.I usually use a regular point and shoot digital camera for day to day use, but I've been using this camera more and more as of late. You can't get these kind of images with a digital camera. And you can use Photoshop to manipulate the effects, but there's just something about it randomly occurring while it develops that makes this camera special.Another thing I love about this camera is the ability to do half frames. With two frames, you can create a story, show cause and effect, and create a multitude of random day to day occurrences that come together in a single picture.

RANT: I took three rolls the first day I got the camera and I LOVE the way my pictures came out. Yes, it's not digital and yes, you have to wait for your pictures to be developed *gasp*, but we live in a world with too much instant gratification and a little patience will do us all some good. I had a couple that came out like "normal" shots and they're are kind of a nice surprise. Overall, they have a lot of character and getting them to be in focus is tougher than other cameras I've used (also have a RICOH from the 1950's and a Mercury from the 1920's - that thing is a BEAST to use) but that's really the whole point, isn't it? We live in an imperfect world and 20 megapixel, perfectly framed, focused and color-corrected photos don't really represent most of our lives.Live dangerously - go analog.REVIEW: The camera is made of tough plastic and *feels* like a toy. It's as much of one as you want it to be. Take it as seriously as you take yourself and you'll be fine.Loading film takes a little more patience and needs to be done SLOWLY to be sure the film advances correctly (see user pics above for a multi-exposure I accidentally took cause I didn't load the film right).It's small enough to fit in an inside pocket of a jacket - if you don't mind the pocket being a little bulgy. The lens cap is not attached to the body, so be attentive when taking it off. I thought I lost it twice in the first day. Am currently formulating a DIY solution to attach it to the body.Even though this is pictured with a flash IT DOES NOT COME WITH A FLASH. I was a little disappointed by this (should've read the description closer), but taking a few rolls w/no flash will give you the chance to understand how it exposes images. There are only two f-stops - Sunny & Cloudy. There are also 2 shutter settings - N & B. I don't know what the letters stand for, but N is automatic, B stays open as long as you hold the trigger. The shutter speed switch is easily bumped, so I've started checking it every time I'm taking a shot to be sure I know what position it's in.It comes with a nifty book of photo missions, gallery pics, and instructions. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. They really do help. It was late in evening and I didn't have any film when I first got it so I couldn't play with it right out of the box; instead I read the instructions. I was glad I did. My first few rolls would've probably been trash otherwise.If you are still unsure whether or not this is for you go to [...] and read up more. Their playful site is very informative and full of user pics.Overall, the Diana Mini is a unique camera to use for people who are tired of using their phone for point-and-shoot "fun" photos. It will change the way you think about every day photography.

I bought this camera as a gift for my girlfriend. She had been looking at these cameras at Urban Outfitters for a while, but didn't want to spend the money on them. I bought the Lomography Diana Mini with Flash mainly because of the look of it and because it is pocket-sized. It wasn't too expensive.The color screens are awesome! It makes it simple to make any of your photos different colors. My girlfriend has quite a colorful personality, so I thought this was perfect. The flash is detachable and not heavy at all.I like that it is simple and light enough to take with you anywhere. I was a little disappointed that the casing was plastic as I was kind of hoping for metal, but the functionality of the camera makes up for it. We've used it a few times and played with the different colors and image sizes. It's fun. We've yet to develop any of the pictures, but I'm sure they'll be just as fun as we were hoping for once we get around to it.My other complaint is the cheap neck strap that comes with the camera. I ended up buying her a different strap (one which was designed to go with a much more expensive camera), and after a little rigging on her part, she made it fit. It looks great.Overall, I'd recommend it. My girlfriend loves it, so I'd say that's a win.

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It's a good little mini very basic film camera. Package arrived undamaged and promptly

Loved it.Reminds me of the old days.that is it.It is unused- for display.I look at it , give a sigh and then shoot with Nikon Df.

Escogí la Diana Mini porque su diseño y tamaño me parecían ideales. Se puede llevar a cualquier parte y sacar fotografías es realmente sencillo. Sin embargo, desde el primer momento, el avance de la película no funcionaba correctamente. Varios carretes se me han quedado atascados, por lo que he decidido devolver el producto. En algunos foros de internet he visto que es un problema que tienen más personas. Algunos comentarios indican que se atasca a medio carrete, aunque en mi caso me ha ocurrido siempre con las primeras fotos. He seguido las recomendaciones del fabricante y no ha habido manera de que funcione correctamente. Me temo que la cámara es defectuosa. Por eso, he decidido devolverla.Os dejo el enlace donde se hace referencia a esta circunstancia: [.....]PD.- Estuve dudando entre una Diana Mini o La Sardina y tal vez me equivoqué en la elección. Dejo este comentario por si puede ayudar a otros en la elección.

Ce petit appareil vintage vous fera sortir de chez vous, découvrir des endroits que vous pensiez connaître et vous les montrer sous un nouveau jour. Doubles expos, format carré ou rectangulaire, gélatines colorées pour le flash, il est impossible de se lasser de Diana Mini. L'argentique vous fera redécouvrir le plaisir des photos surprises et inattendues et la joie d'aller chercher vos clichés tant attendus au labo. C'est pour ma part sans hésiter mon meilleur achat de cette décennie!