The Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam is a 35mm camera from Lomography. It was introduced on 29/11/2023. It is an edition of the Fisheye No. 2 and has the same range of functions as other editions. The housing has a purple-coloured PU leather cover. The green viewfinder provides an accent.
The lens of the 35 mm camera cannot be exchanged. The focal length of the lens is 10 mm. The maximum aperture is f/8. Precise adjustment of the distance to the subject is not possible with this camera. The focus is fixed.
It should be noted that this model does not have an integrated light meter and external metering is necessary.
Thanks to a special mode, it is possible to take long exposures with the 35mm camera. The camera model is also equipped with a built-in flash. For greater flexibility in lighting options, the camera offers the use of external flashes via the flash shoe.
The camera requires an AA battery (eBay / Amazon*), which supplies the power for all camera functions. It is not included in the scope of delivery. However, the scope of delivery includes a hand strap and a lens cap.
Films for the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam
Films are also not supplied. According to the operating instructions, 35 mm films are exposed in the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam. The wide availability of cameras for the 35 mm format has meant that there is still a high demand for this film, leading some manufacturers to produce for this format.
Possible films for the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam are the Fujifilm Superia 400* for colour photos and the Ilford HP5* for b/w images. Of course, there are also other films that can be used with this camera.
The negatives of the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam have a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. The photographer must manually advance the film to the next image. As a rule, 36 pictures fit on one roll of film.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Fisheye camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Thumbwheel |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 10 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Exposure times | 1/100 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| 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 Grape Jam
What type of film does the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam use?
The Lomography Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam uses 35mm film, both color and black and white are compatible. You'll need to purchase film separately.
Does this compact camera have an internal light meter?
No, the Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam lacks a built-in light meter; you'll need to use an external one to determine correct exposure settings.
Can I change the lens on the purple camera?
No, the 10mm fisheye lens is fixed; it cannot be interchanged with other lenses. This is a key feature of this specific model.
What's the focusing mechanism like on this 35mm camera?
The Fisheye No. 2 Grape Jam has a fixed focus, meaning you don't need to manually adjust the focus. This simplifies operation considerably.
What's included in the box besides the camera body?
The package includes a hand strap and a lens cap. However, you'll need to buy an AA battery and film separately.