The La Sardina – Capri Bagni di Tiberio was introduced in May 2012 as part of the La Sardina Beach Edition. It is a Special Edition of the wide-angle camera, but has the same range of functions as the other La Sardinas.
The camera is decorated with a design made of fabric. On this there are stripes in different colors. The design is unique for each camera. The visible plastic parts are white. The name of the camera is composed of the name of the Mediterranean island Capri and a beach on the island.
The lens of the Capri Bagni di Tiberio is made of plastic. The 22mm plastic lens has a fixed aperture of f/8 and is a super wide angle lens. Two exposure times can be selected, 1/100s and a bulb mode.
35mm film (eBay / Amazon*) is required for the camera. The type of film, slide film, redscale, color negative film or black and white film, does not matter. The finished film can be developed in any lab.
Included with this Special Edition of La Sardina are a poster, a book of photos (“Seeing the world through a sardine cam”), a lens cap, Fritz the flash and color filters for the flash.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Picture format | 24 x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 22 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 60 cm / 1.968 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/100 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 only suitable for Fritz the Blitz |
| Flash sync speed | 1/100 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 53,29 Euro 95875043847941458962 Estimate based on used prices of 12 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of September 22, 2025 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 53,00 Euro (57.37 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the La Sardina - Capri Bagni di Tiberio
Is the La Sardina - Capri Bagni di Tiberio a good camera for beginners?
Yes, it's user-friendly. It only has two shutter speeds, making it simple to operate, even for someone new to film cameras. The wide-angle lens is also forgiving for beginners.
What kind of film does this special edition camera use?
It uses standard 35mm film. You can use any type – color negative, slide film, black and white – whatever you prefer. Developing is done at any photo lab.
What's included in the box besides the camera itself?
This special edition comes with extras! You get a poster, a photo book, a lens cap, and even a flash accessory called 'Fritz the Blitz' along with color filters for it.
How wide is the lens on the Sardina Capri Bagni di Tiberio?
It has a 22mm super wide-angle lens, which is great for capturing a large field of view in a single shot. This is perfect for landscapes or group photos.
Is the camera made entirely of plastic?
Mostly. The lens is plastic, but the body has a unique fabric design. Only the visible parts are white plastic; the rest is covered by this patterned fabric.