The Sprocket Rocket White Edition was presented by Lomography in April 2011. It was produced especially for the Lomography BNAP Exhibition at Hong Kong Times Square in Hong Kong. The exhibition took place between April 11 and May 3, 2011.
The Sprocket Rocket White Edition has the same features as the normal edition of the Lomography camera. Also the scope of delivery of the panorama camera is identical.
Features of the camera
The super-wide angle lens of the Sprocket Rocket exposes the 72×35 mm film including the perforation. One photo with this camera is roughly equivalent to two normal shots. Thus, on a 36 frame 35mm film, approximately 18 images can be taken with the Sprocket Rocket.
The plastic lens of the Sprocket Rocket has a focal length of 30 mm and a maximum aperture of f/10.8 (almost f/11). The corners are characteristic due to strong vignetting and decreasing sharpness.
The camera offers two exposure times for panorama shots: 1/100 second and Bulb for long exposures. There is no shutter lock, so multiple exposures are possible by releasing the shutter several times. The film can be fast-forwarded and rewound at will. There are two distance settings: one for close-ups (0.6 meter to 1 meter) and one for everything else (1 meter to infinity).
A strap can be attached by a screw with a handle that screws into the tripod thread. The camera has a hot shoe for connecting an external flash and a thread for a tripod.
Developing the films
It is important to be careful not to cut the film during development, as this can result in cut images. It is difficult to get prints from the Sprocket Rocket, as most labs do not make prints with the Sprockets on them. A good solution is to scan the images yourself and then send them to a lab to have them printed.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Panorama camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Film transport mechanism | Rotary knob |
| Focal length | 30 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/10.8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 60 cm / 1.968 ft |
| Focus | Fixed |
| 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 | Hot Shoe |
| Flash sync speed | 1/100 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Country of production | China |
FAQ about the Sprocket Rocket White Edition
What kind of lens does the Sprocket Rocket have?
The Sprocket Rocket features a super wide-angle lens. It exposes a 72x35mm film including the perforations, resulting in images that are roughly twice the size of a normal 35mm photo.
How many pictures can I take on a standard 35mm film roll?
A standard 36-exposure 35mm film roll will allow you to capture approximately 18 sprocket-style panoramic shots with the camera. Each image uses up roughly twice the film area of a regular photo.
Does the white edition of the panorama camera have any special features compared to the standard model?
No, the Sprocket Rocket White Edition is functionally identical to the standard Sprocket Rocket. It offers the same features and comes with the same accessories.
What are the shutter speed options on this camera?
The camera offers two shutter speeds: 1/100th of a second and Bulb mode for long exposures. There's no shutter lock, allowing for multiple exposures.
Can I use a flash with the camera?
Yes, the camera has a hot shoe mount which allows you to attach an external flash. It also includes a tripod thread for added stability during long exposures or flash photography.