The Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition is a special edition. It was introduced on the occasion of Lomography’s 30th anniversary in 2022. The year 1992 is considered the starting year of the Lomography movement.
The model has an anniversary emblem on the back and is wrapped in black leather. In addition to this model, a birthday edition of the LC-Wide and LC-A 120 was also introduced. The camera is built in China.
The still camera comes with a lens that cannot be changed and is made of glass. The manufacturer’s name of the lens is “Minitar-1”. The focal length is 32 mm and the maximum aperture is f/2.8. The 35mm photo camera does not have an autofocus. Focusing is manual. The closest focusing distance is 80 cm. It has a zone focus system with four setting options.
The Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition has a built-in light meter. It is designed for films from ISO 100 to ISO 1600, and the exposure settings are set automatically by the 35mm camera. The model does not have a manual mode.
An external flash can be connected to the Hot Shoe. Here, it is of course possible to use a wireless shutter release with the camera. A thread for a tripod is found on the bottom. The shutter release is equipped with a thread for a cable release.
Three LR44 batteries (eBay / Amazon*) are responsible for the power supply. This type of battery can be easily found online for little money.
Films for the Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition
According to the instruction manual for the Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition, 35mm film is exposed. 35mm film is still readily available today and is developed by most photo labs. Possible films for the Lomo camera are the Kodak Gold 200* and the Ilford HP5*. According to reviews, the films provide good results in most everyday situations.
The exposure area of the 35mm photo camera is 24mm x 36mm. The film is manually wound to the next photo. A thumbwheel is found on the back for this purpose. A manual counter on the top shows the number of pictures taken. Approximately 36 pictures can be taken per roll.
Other models
Models based on the Lomo LC-A+
- Lomo LC-A+ “No Nukes” Edition
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2009
- Lomo LC-A+ 20th Anniversary Edition
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2012
- Lomo LC-A+ 25 Years of Lomography Edition
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 26.01.2018
- Lomo LC-A+ 25th Anniversary
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 11.2022
- Lomo LC-A+ Gold
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2010
- Lomo LC-A+ Russia Day
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2011
- Lomo LC-A+ Silver Lake
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2012
- Lomo LC-A+ White Special Edition
- Viewfinder camera
- 35mm
- 32 mm
- Manual
- Auto exposure
- Hot Shoe
- Tripod mount
- 2010
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Thumbwheel |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens name | Minitar-1 |
| Focal length | 32 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Smallest aperture | f/16 |
| Minimum focus distance | 80 cm / 2.624 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Type of focus | Zone focus |
| Focus zones | 0,8 m to 1,5 m, 1,5 m to 3 m, 3 m to Infinite |
| Exposure times | 1/500 second to Infinite |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 100 to 1600 |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | 3x LR44 batteries |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition
What type of lens does the Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition use, and what are its key specifications?
It features a fixed Minitar-1 glass lens with a 32mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/2.8. It's a manual focus lens with a minimum focusing distance of 80cm.
How does the camera handle exposure, and what ISO range does its light meter support?
The camera has a built-in light meter that automatically sets the exposure. It supports film ISO speeds ranging from 100 to 1600.
Does this special edition of the compact camera offer any manual controls for the photographer?
No, the Lomo LC-A+ 30th Anniversary Edition does not have a manual exposure mode; all exposure settings are automatic.
What kind of film is compatible with the Lomo camera, and how many shots can you take per roll?
It uses standard 35mm film. A single roll allows for approximately 36 exposures.
What accessories are compatible with the 35mm camera, and how is it powered?
It has a hot shoe for external flash units and a tripod mount. Power comes from three LR44 batteries.