The Diana Mini Picnic is a 35mm camera. It was released on August 7, 2019 by Lomography. The model is based on the Diana Mini half format camera.
The design of the plastic camera is in cream white and sea foam green and is intended to recall the aesthetics of a 1950s Cadillac.
The lens of the Diana Mini Picnic is fixed. The focal length is fixed and is 24 mm. The largest aperture is f/8, but the Diana Mini Picnic does not have an autofocus function. The focus is adjusted manually. The closest focusing distance with this lens is 60 cm.
The Diana Mini Picnic has no meter for the correct exposure. Only a shutter speed of 1/60 second is available. The Diana Mini Picnic has a bulb setting. In this mode, the shutter is released as long as the shutter release button is pressed.
The Diana Mini Picnic comes with a thread for a tripod. The camera is mechanical and does not require power to take pictures. Only for the flash the camera needs a battery. The Diana F+ flash is included. There are also color filters and an adapter for hot shoe flashes.
Films for the Diana Mini Picnic
Which films are required for the Diana Mini Picnic? You have to buy 35mm films for the camera. 35mm films are still offered by various manufacturers. One possibility for color pictures is Kodak Portra 160* and Ilford Delta 100* for black and white photos.
Colour negative film is developed in the C-41 development process. The C-41 process is standardized and is offered by most development laboratories.
The price at the presentation was 99 Euro for the camera with flash.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 24 mm |
| Focal length | 24 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 60 cm / 1.968 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/60 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 for Diana F+ Flash, Hot Shoe (with adapter) |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 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 Mini Picnic
Is the Diana Mini Picnic camera automatic or manual?
The Diana Mini Picnic is a manual camera. It doesn't have autofocus; you adjust the focus manually. It also only has one shutter speed, though it does include a bulb setting for long exposures.
What kind of film does this little camera use?
The Diana Mini Picnic uses 35mm film, also known as 135 film. You can find color or black and white film from various manufacturers to use with it.
How do I take a picture with the Diana Mini Picnic?
You manually focus the lens, compose your shot, and press the shutter button. The camera has a single shutter speed of 1/60th of a second, except when using the bulb setting, where the shutter stays open as long as the button is pressed.
Does the camera come with anything extra?
Yes, it comes with a flash (the Diana F+ flash), color filters, and an adapter for hot-shoe flashes. This makes it a good value for what you get.
What is the lens like on the Diana Mini Picnic?
It has a fixed 24mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/8. This means you won't be able to adjust the aperture, and you have a fixed focal length. The minimum focusing distance is 60cm.