The Fisheye No. 2 Caspian is an edition of the Fisheye No. 2 from Lomography. It was introduced in 2018. The body of the camera is in white and gold.
The range of functions of the Caspian is congruent with the normal Fisheye No.2 cameras. The flash built into the camera is powered by an AA battery (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Fisheye No. 2 Caspian
According to the instructions, the Fisheye No. 2 Caspian is designed for 35mm film. This type of film is still in production and can be processed by most photo labs without any problems. A good choice for color photography, for example, is Kodak Ultramax 400*. If you want to stay monochrome, the Ilford XP2 Super* is not bad.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Fisheye camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Thumbwheel |
| Focal length | 10 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 10 cm / 0.328 ft |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Exposure times | 1/100 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Flash sync speed | 1/100 s |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Connection for camera strap | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x AA battery |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Fisheye No. 2 Caspian
What kind of film does this Lomography camera use?
The Fisheye No. 2 Caspian uses 35mm film, also known as standard 35mm or small picture film. This is a readily available film type that many photo labs can process.
Is the camera easy to use for beginners?
The functionality is the same as other Fisheye No. 2 cameras, so it's considered relatively user-friendly. The basic operation is straightforward even for new photographers.
How is the flash powered on this model?
The built-in flash on the Caspian is powered by a single AA battery. You'll need to provide your own AA battery for flash functionality.
What colors is this special edition camera?
The Fisheye No. 2 Caspian has a two-toned design. The body of the camera is white and gold.
What type of lens does the white and gold camera have?
It has a fisheye lens, which gives you the characteristic wide-angle, distorted view. This type of lens is great for creative and unique perspectives.