The La Sardina People of Your City is a special edition of the La Sardina. The camera was raffled off as a prize in 2012 on the occasion of the “People and professions of your city” competition.
The competition was organized by Lomography and “Das Telefonbuch”. “Das Telefonbuch” is a publisher of telephone directories from Germany. The wide-angle camera is largely white. On the front is a sketched skyline, the logo of “Das Telefonbuch” and the name of the edition. Along with the camera, Fritz the Blitz is also included in a matching design.
Before taking a picture, the lens must be pulled out and turned until it audibly clicks into place. The imprint to be reminded (“Only Shoot If You Read Me”) is not present on this edition.
Films for the La Sardina
The La Sardina exposes 35mm film. Films of this format are still readily available today and are still being developed. A color film for the 35mm camera would be the Kodak Gold 200*. A possible film for black and white images is the Kodak T-Max 400*.
The color film is designed for development in the C-41 process. This is offered by almost every photo lab. The negatives of the 35mm camera have a size of 24 mm x 36 mm.
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 |
FAQ about the La Sardina Menschen deiner Stadt
Is this camera easy to use, even for a beginner?
Yes, the La Sardina is quite user-friendly. While it uses film, the process is straightforward. The lens extends and rotates, and there's a noticeable click when it's ready to shoot.
What kind of film does this special edition use?
The La Sardina Menschen deiner Stadt uses standard 35mm film. This is readily available, and developing is easy to find at most photo labs.
What's special about this 'Menschen deiner Stadt' version?
It's a limited edition released in 2012 as a prize for a Lomography competition. It features a unique design with a sketched skyline and the 'Das Telefonbuch' logo.
Where can I get the film for this camera?
35mm film is widely available both online and in physical stores. Popular choices include Kodak Gold 200 for color and Kodak T-Max 400 for black and white.
Does this wide-angle snapper have any special features besides its look?
Besides its unique design, this wide-angle camera doesn't have any other special features. It is easy to use and produces great shots.