The Diana F+ Hong Meow is a variant of the Diana F+ from Lomography. This limited edition was made for the launch of the Diana World Tour 2008 in Hong Kong.
It was designed by the Lomography Asia team. The camera is said to be reminiscent of a panda and bamboo with its black and white color scheme and bamboo green strap, among other things. The Hong Meow is full of small details like a panda on the rewind button and distance icons based on pandas. “Hong Meow” is the phonetic translation of “panda” into Cantonese, the language predominantly spoken in Hong Kong.
On the packaging there is a bamboo design and a series of pictures, this is to show the daily life of a panda in Hong Kong. In addition to the camera, the cardboard box also contains a book, adapters for other flashes, a mask for the various image formats, the Diana F+ Flash and color filters.
The functions of the Diana F+ Hong Meow are of course identical to the normal Diana F+.
The Diana F+ is faithful replicas of the original of the 60s. This camera can be used to take endless panoramas and pinhole shots, take multiple and long exposures, and even, with additional accessories, take instant pictures.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 120, 35mm (additional accessories), Fuji Instax Mini (additional accessories) |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Focal length | 75 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/11 |
| Minimum focus distance | 100 cm / 3.28 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Type of focus | Zone focus |
| Focus zones | 1 m to 2 m, 2 m to 4 m, 4 m to Infinite |
| Exposure times | 1/100 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Connection for Diana F+ Flash, Hot Shoe (with adapter) |
| Flash sync speed | 1/100 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Self-timer | No |
| Connection for camera strap | Yes |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Diana F+ Hong Meow
Is the Diana F+ Hong Meow a special edition?
Yes, it's a limited edition released in 2008 to celebrate the Diana world tour launch in Hong Kong. It features a unique design inspired by pandas and bamboo.
What makes this camera different from other Diana F+ models?
The Hong Meow edition has a black and white body with a bamboo green strap. It also includes panda-themed details like a panda on the rewind knob and panda-based distance symbols.
What accessories come with the Hong Meow?
Besides the camera itself, you get a book, adapters for other flashes, masks for different image formats, the Diana F+ flash, and color filters. All come in a bamboo-designed box.
Can I take special photos with this camera?
Absolutely! The Diana F+ Hong Meow allows for panoramas, pinhole shots, multiple exposures, long exposures, and even instant photos with extra accessories. It's very versatile.
How does the device work in terms of film photography?
It's a faithful recreation of a 1960s camera. You load it with film, focus the lens using the distance markings, and use it just like you would any other film camera. Exposure is fully manual.