The Diana Instant Square is an instant camera. It was introduced by Lomography in summer 2018. The first cameras were sold through Kickstarter. The campaign raised $283,981 from 2124 supporters. The design of the camera is based on the Diana F+.
The instant camera comes with a 75 mm standard lens. This has a focal length of 75 mm and must be manually focused in three stages. The closest focusing distance with this lens is 100 cm. The aperture can be set in four steps. You can choose between f/11 (cloudy), f/19 (partly cloudy), f/32 (sunny) and f/150 (pinhole).
The shutter speed can be set to 1/100th of a second or bulb. The bulb setting allows the shutter to remain open for a variable time. The Diana does not have an automatic exposure control, as with the Lomo’Instant Square.
The lens of the Diana Instant Square is interchangeable, as with the Diana F+. In addition to the 75 mm lens there is a 110 mm tele lens, 20 mm fisheye, 55 mm wide angle and 38 mm super wide angle. There is also a splitter for multiple exposures and color filters.
There is a fixed lens inside the camera. 75 mm is the focal length of the lens. The maximum aperture is f/11 and there is no autofocus function on the Diana Instant Square. The focus is adjusted manually. The closest focusing distance with this lens is 100 cm.
The Diana Instant Square can be used with the Diana flash. There is also an adapter to allow the use of hot shoe flashes.
The dimensions of the Diana Instant Square are, according to the manual, 14 x 11.5 x 9.8 cm. The camera requires four AAA batteries (eBay / Amazon*). On the bottom of the camera is a thread for a tripod.
Films for the Diana Instant Square
The Diana Instant Square requires Fuji Instax Square films according to the manual. These types of films are made by Fujifilm.
The current color film for the Instant Square format is Instax Square Film* and the pictures have the dimensions of 8.6 to 7.2 cm. The photo taken is 6.2 by 6.2 cm in size and is surrounded by a white frame. This frame can be labeled, so it is perfect for events like weddings or birthdays to leave small personal messages or drawings.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Instant camera |
| Film format | Fuji Instax Square |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 86 mm x 72 mm |
| Focal length | 75 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/11 |
| Minimum focus distance | 100 cm / 3.28 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Reverse-Galilean finder |
| 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 |
| Power supply | 4x AAA batteries |
| Size | 14 x 11,5 x 9,8 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.51 x 4.53 x 3.86 inches |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Diana Instant Square
How do I focus the Diana Instant Square camera?
The Diana Instant Square uses manual focus with three settings. It doesn't have autofocus. The closest focusing distance is 100cm.
What kind of lens does this instant camera have?
It comes with a 75mm standard lens, but you can also swap it out for other lenses like a telephoto or fisheye lens. This provides versatility for different shots.
What type of film does the Diana Instant Square use?
This instant camera uses Fujifilm Instax Square film. The finished photos are 6.2 x 6.2 cm with a white border.
Does the Diana Instant Square have automatic exposure?
No, it doesn't have automatic exposure. You manually select the aperture based on lighting conditions: sunny, partly cloudy, or cloudy.
Can I use a flash with the instant camera?
Yes, you can use the Diana Flash or adapt other hot shoe flashes. This allows for better pictures in low-light conditions.