The Lomo’Instant Automat Riviera is an instant camera. It was introduced in June 2018.
Riviera is the Italian word for shore. The term is most commonly associated with the French-Italian coastline of the Ligurian Sea, which includes the Italian Riviera and the Côte d’Azur.
The case of this edition is in white. The front and back are decorated with many little swimmers wearing red swimsuit and swim cap in different poses against blue background.
The camera comes with a lens cap with remote shutter release, color filters for the flash, magnetic stickers, adhesive dots, photo frames and photo clips, and a manual with shooting tips.
The features of this edition are identical to those of the regular instant camera.
More info about the Lomo’Instant Automat
Films for the instant camera
The Lomo’Instant Automat Riviera requires Instax Mini films to take pictures. These are produced by the Japanese company Fujifilm. Instant films are not included with the Lomography instant camera and must be purchased separately. One can conveniently purchase the films for the Lomo’Instant online.
Also not included in the package are the two CR2 batteries (eBay / Amazon*) needed to take pictures. This type of battery is easy to get online and is relatively inexpensive. One set of CR-2 batteries will last for a good number of pictures. Of course, usage is reduced by using the built-in flash.
For fans of black and white photography, Fujifilm offers the Instax Mini Monochrome*. The color film is also available in various Special Editions (eBay / Amazon*). In a package there is usually a plastic cassette. There are the unexposed pictures. There are a whole ten of them in a film cassette. The price per picture is around 60 cents.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Instant camera |
| Film format | Fuji Instax Mini |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 62 mm x 46 mm |
| Focal length | 60 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 30 cm / 0.984 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Filter thread | 43 mm |
| Exposure times | 1/250 second to 8 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Exposure compensation | ± 1EV |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 9 Meter / 29.53 Feet |
| Flash sync speed | 1/250 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Wireless remote control | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x CR2 batteries |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Lomo’Instant Automat Riviera
What type of camera is the Lomo’Instant Automat Riviera?
It's an instant camera, meaning it produces developed photos immediately after you take the picture. It uses Instax Mini film and was released in June 2018.
What kind of film does this instant camera use?
The Lomo'Instant Automat Riviera uses Instax Mini film, which is made by Fujifilm. You need to buy the film separately; it doesn't come with the camera.
Does the camera come with batteries?
No, the camera requires two CR2 batteries, which are not included. These are readily available online and relatively inexpensive.
What does the Riviera edition look like?
The camera's body is white and features a design of little swimmers in red bathing suits and caps on a blue background. It's a very stylish and summery design.
What accessories are included with the instant camera?
The package includes a lens cap with a remote shutter release, color filters for the flash, magnet stickers, adhesive dots, photo frames, photo clips, and instructions with shooting tips.