The Diana F+ Nami is a camera from Lomography. This Limited Edition was introduced in October 2020. The housing of the plastic camera is in white and blue. The front and back are decorated with Seigaiha waves. They are a classic motif from Japanese art and stand for strength, resistance and calm.
The range of functions is identical to other editions. The lenses of the Diana F+ Nami can be changed. Focusing must be done manually. Exposure must be measured externally. The medium format camera does not have an exposure meter. For long time exposures there is a bulb mode.
A flash is included in the package. With an additional adapter it is also possible to shoot with a hot shoe flash. A thread for a tripod is on the bottom side. The camera is mechanical and can take pictures without batteries.
Films for the Diana F+ Nami
The Diana F+ Nami uses 120 film. These types of medium-format films are still produced today. A color film for medium format camera is the Kodak Portra 160*. A possible film for black-and-white images is the Ilford Delta 100*. You have to think square with the toy camera. It takes pictures in 6×6 format. In this format, approximately twelve photos fit on a roll of film.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 120 |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Picture format | 60 mm x 60 mm |
| 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 |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Connection for camera strap | Yes |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Diana F+ Nami
Is the Diana F+ Nami hard to use?
No, it's quite simple to operate. You manually focus the lens and need to measure the exposure separately, but the camera itself is mechanical and straightforward.
What kind of film does this Lomography camera use?
It uses 120 film, which is a medium format film. Both color and black and white films are available in this format. Twelve 6x6cm pictures fit on each roll.
Does the Diana F+ Nami have a built-in light meter?
No, it doesn't have a built-in light meter. You'll need to use a separate light meter to determine the correct exposure settings.
Can I use a flash with the camera?
Yes, a flash is included. You can also use other flashes with an additional adapter that connects to the hot shoe.
Does the plastic camera need batteries?
No, the Diana F+ Nami is entirely mechanical. It doesn't require batteries to take pictures. It works purely on the mechanics of the camera.