The La Sardina “The Guvnor” is an edition of the La Sardina. This variant of the 35mm camera was introduced by Lomography in June 2012. It was specially designed for Lomographers in London.
The main color of the camera and the included flash is a dark blue. The 35mm camera is decorated on the front and back with an illustration of London’s neighborhoods and main attractions in the colors of the flag of Great Britain.
The package includes a lens cap and color filters for the flash, among other things.
Films for the La Sardina “The Guvnor”
According to the manual, the La Sardina requires 35mm film. 35mm film is still made and will develop without problems at most photo labs. One possible film for color images is Kodak Ultramax 400*. A possibility for B&W images is the AgfaPhoto APX 100*. The development process for color film is the C-41 process. The C-41 process is offered by almost every photo lab. So it is quite easy to get the pictures from the Lomo camera.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Picture format | 24 x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 22 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 60 cm / 1.968 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/100 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Connection only suitable for Fritz the Blitz |
| Flash sync speed | 1/100 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 53,29 Euro 95875043847941458962 Estimate based on used prices of 12 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of September 22, 2025 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 53,00 Euro (57.37 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the La Sardina "The Guvnor"
What kind of film does this London-themed camera use?
The La Sardina 'The Guvnor' uses 35mm film. These are still readily available and easily developed at most photo labs. You can find both color and black and white options.
Is the flash included with the camera?
Yes, a flash is included with the La Sardina 'The Guvnor'. It's dark blue, matching the camera body, and even comes with color filters.
What does the camera look like?
The camera is dark blue and features illustrations of London landmarks on both the front and back. The design incorporates the colors of the British flag.
How do I get my photos developed?
Color film from this camera is developed using the C-41 process, which is widely offered by most photo labs. Black and white film will require a different process but is also readily available.
When was this special edition released?
This special edition of the La Sardina, called 'The Guvnor', was released by Lomography in June 2012. It was specifically designed for Lomographers in London.