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“Made for the rule-breakers and boundary pushers.” This new compact camera is a colorful analog shooter for experimental fisheye photography

The Lomography Fisheye No. 2 has been given a colorful, graffiti-style makeover for the ultra-wide film compact camera

“Made for the rule-breakers and boundary pushers.” This new compact camera is a colorful analog shooter for experimental fisheye photography

Fisheye photography produces an unusual ultra-wide view that subverts conventional photography rules, and analog camera manufacturer Lomography has created a fisheye compact camera that embodies this spirit of rebellion. The Lomography Fisheye No. 2 Graffiti builds upon the brand's popular compact film camera, featuring a 170-degree view and a colorful, graffiti-inspired design.

This 35mm film compact camera houses a unique 10mm fisheye lens that captures circular images, producing an ultra-wide perspective. The combination of the fisheye lens and an f/8 aperture ensures much of the image remains in focus.

The camera employs a fixed-focus design, allowing for close-up shots as close as 10cm from the lens front. This close proximity exaggerates the distorted perspectives the fisheye lens creates. The Fisheye No. 2 Graffiti camera offers two shutter speed options – 1/100 or bulb mode – and a built-in flash to illuminate low-light scenes. Additionally, a hot shoe slot allows for the attachment of an external light source. The device also supports multiple exposure photography.

The Fisheye No. 2 Graffiti camera uses a single AA battery for power and is compatible with 35mm film, enabling users to experiment with Lomography's experimental film, black-and-white film, or standard color film. This variety enhances the unconventional look generated by the camera's 10mm fisheye lens.

While this launch marks the latest iteration of the Lomography Fisheye No. 2 series, it boasts a distinct colorful body and graffiti-scrawled wrap. Lomography characterizes the release as "not the camera to use politely," describing it as "made for the rule-breakers and boundary pushers." The Graffiti edition joins previous Fisheye No. 2 models, offering a bold splash of color.

Priced at approximately $69 / £69 / AU$109 / CA$89, the new Fisheye No. 2 Graffiti compact camera presents an unconventional and audacious option for photography enthusiasts.

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