Brand new, analogue full-frame compact camera: Lomography unveils Lomo MC-A
Analog photography is far from dead. Over the past few years, numerous new 35mm films have come onto the market while companies such as Leica continue to manufacture and sell analog cameras. Now, Lomography is offering a new analog 35mm camera, which, at a price of $549, is significantly cheaper than the Leica M-A and is said to offer more user-friendly features.
The camera supports autofocus and the exposure time can also be set automatically, so that photographers in auto mode only have to press the shutter release to get sharp, correctly exposed photos. Setting the shutter speed and focusing manually is also possible, although in this case only zone focus is supported. A metal body and a film advance lever are intended to contribute to the analog feel.
The Lomo MC-A has a fixed 32 mm f/2.8 lens. The small display on the top allows access to features such as the self-timer and provides information on the status of the flash and film. While the camera supports DX coding, it is possible to manually override the light sensitivity of the film for auto exposure. The camera has a built-in flash but not an accessory shoe. It is powered by a CR2 battery, and rechargeable CR2 batteries are also supported.
Price and availability
The Lomography Lomo MC-A is now available for pre-order for $549 in the manufacturer's online shop. Shipping is free, and delivery is expected to begin in December. The camera is available in black and silver.
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