Lomography Diana Instant - An Instax Square Blast (From The Past) [Instant Review]
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ก.ค. 2021
- Time travel to the 60s and shoot instant film in the neo-classical Lomography Diana Instant square, an immediate favorite in the pantheon of Instax cameras!
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This is the coolest flash design available today PERIOD
Totally agreed!
You’re a strange dude; I feel like we’re already friends.
I would die for you
@@InAnInstant also congrats on being featured on Polaroid’s Instagram Story just now!
@@Max-uu6cu Thank you Max!!
I’m going to need a blooper reel from you because I know damn sure you’re not rattling off jokes and facts perfectly like you do. I demand answers.
Bro I ALMOST tacked one onto the end of this vid because I caught myself off guard with "1-800-YIKESTHATAINTIDEAL" 😂😂😂
Just wish there was something like this for instax wide
That would be money!!
As an instant camera enthusiast your videos are essential viewing. The channel is criminally underrated and I look forward to watching it grow.
...Now to find a video on how to track down and repair a light leak in my Lomography wide boy. ttf o/
A glowing review from The Krytan Herald! Immediately improving my Rotten Tomatoes score..thank you bud!!
I totally love the Diana Instant!!! I use the glass and the fish eye the most!!! I got my first Diana camera in 1979 when I taught photography at a sleep-away camp in Upstate New York!!! This is an awesome build on the low-fi reality of Diana!!! Also in 1979 I was dating someone named Daina ... close enough for Gov't work!!!
I really gotta try the fisheye! I feel like I’d be stoked on that. So cool you got your first Diana in ‘79, these thangs are so legendary. Daina doesn’t know what she’s missing 😍
You’re one of the funniest people on TH-cam and I love you a lot.
No I love u
So, I’m taking the time to comment on this one because Diana is by far my favorite instant camera and the camera that really jump started my photography journey. The manual modes are so sick and taught me about light. Shooting it caught me to appreciate the imperfections of film. And most importantly, it taught me the slow down and really enjoy the moments. Thank you for giving Diana it’s time.
Totally on all those points, this is very much a straight up film camera that happens to use instant film - and that "slowness" can help many people grow as photographers! Thank you for this comment!!
The Diana Instant Square is the instant camera I am unapologetically in love with. I know people tend to hate the camera and reviews were negative, but with the glass lens, I've taken some of the most wonderfully sharp and artistic shots of my life. Especially with the multiple exposure.
More instant cameras need to use aperture for shooting instead of variable shutter speeds. Because whilst you may get an under/over exposed image with the Diana, you will never get a blurry one (from my experience anyway)
Also in regards to the accidental firings, I have to disagree with what you said! I love that the camera if you fire it accidentally (which can happen with all instax as far as I am concerned) it doesnt just print it and you're stuck with a crappy photo of some random floor. You just take a few more photos (such as a portrait) and wallah! You have turned your accidental shot into an artistic masterpiece.
"Hey, i noticed in this double exposure a photo of a toilet?"
"Ah yes, that was intentional. This image is a metaphor for twitter"
"I see"
I really don't understand hate for it - frankly, I haven't watched a single review of the camera (besides this, because I had to edit it) but I really agree with you. If you get the hang of nailing the aperture, the camera is so solid and will deliver what it promises.
@@InAnInstant The reviews were mostly blogs that were like "I tried to take some photos and all I got was garbage". Now don't get me wrong, if I got a polaroid and it was like that, I'd scream. But the price of instant square film, if you know where to look is dirt cheap. Yes, the camera has a learning curve, but once you learn it, there is no going back. I dont even think I will ever touch the Instantkon. But seriously, thanks for the positive review. This camera needs more love and hopefully people will see this and give this cult classic some love.
Also I look forward to your eventual review of the Instantkon!
@@novelezra If you mean the InstantKon RF70, I did review that this year! It was a couple vids ago, check it out! Same thing as the SF70 so it's a bit of a catch-all 😂
@@InAnInstant I totally meant the SF70! Which apparently isn't even out yet, I thought it came out last year! I also assumed that there would be some differences from the RF since the RF is already quite old. If they don't improve the SF compared to RF then that will be pretty sucky considering it's price is ridiculous.
@@novelezra I'm fairly certain it's the exact same camera, just redesigned for the Instax Square scale. Would love to be surprised otherwise!
I got this camera last year for Christmas the entire kit with all the accessories and still haven’t opened it yet. I’m waiting to safely travel again to some place cool and take some nice shots!
I really like the camera too, I am surprised it is not more popular.
I need to buy one after watching your video 🤩 (which is awesome as always)
Every time i think about getting a poloroid i find something to love about my fuji stuff again
Damn, I’ve been so stuck on Lomo’Instant Square vs Diana Instant for so long now 😭 I’d love to see a head to head video on them, directly comparing shots etc!! Also bonus fact - my mam’s first camera back in the 60’s was an original Diana, and she got it by collecting tokens from biscuit wrappers and sending away to get a free camera!
Damn you’ve got Diana in the blood!! As you can see the Lomo Square and Diana produce drastically different results. They aren’t even really comparable which is why I didn’t do side-by-sides, but from the photo examples in this vid and my reviews you should be able to see the big distinctions. Time to save some more biscuit wrappers!!
Another terrific video.
I found the Diana, which I got about 2 years ago was great for learning Sunny 16. I just never got good at judging distance and I didn’t much care for the vignetting so I gave it and all the lenses to someone who could love it. This was before the glass lens was available.
But it was certainly worth a try. And people who love, or come to live it, seriously live it.
Thank you Joan!! Judging the distance for focus is definitely a kryptonite of mine as well, but I've been surprised not be struggling as much recently. Guess years of shooting with Lomography's zone focusing cameras has trained the brain a bit. The vignetting though is something you definitely gotta love to want the Diana look!
What a piece of design...
Omg! You make this! Thank youuuuuu
Hello there! Great review as always. I would like to buy this summer an instant camera with bulb mode. Do you suggest this lomo Diana as something to start with?
one small con I've experienced shooting the diana instant, which is definitely user error, was turning off the camera mid ejection cycle. The frame stopped coming up and obviously the frame was ruined, but also the arm wouldn't cycle as I turned the camera back on, essentially wasting two frames because of my mistake. It's definitely something you can learn to get better at but there's a learning curve there..
Sunny Dee! He who makes a cameo in this very video 😍😍😍
@@InAnInstant shooting this very lomo diana instant no less!
I have this one too, the Adriano Edition, only camera and flash + the great glass lens. Have not yet used it much, just some test test shots. It’s a very creative camera that gives something different compared to Fujifilm. You could say that the photos it produces do have “a beauty of imperfection”. Now, just ordered a complete deluxe version so I can have all the other lenses and have a spare or can use one for color and the other for monochrome photos.
Adriano gang is MOBBING right now, good looks RJ!
Hi, quick note/question as I just got the Diana Instant: Is the flash supposed to sync with the normal 1/100 shutter? Cause if so, then my unit must be faulty. I found the flash on mine to only work in B mode and I've been using it this way making sure to not really hold the shutter button down but rather let it snap back up. I read in the manual that doing that gives you a 1/8 second shutter speed. I did not find any information in the manual about flash sync speed, though, so I'm somewhat confused... Love the camera anyways and this review was what convinced me to get it!
Greetings from Bulgaria, great channel! 💜
Getting it🤟
I didn't realize there was an instant. I'm trying to find a review for the Diana 35mm. This is cool too though! Thanks!
Maybe I’ll review the 35mm version soon! Glad you enjoyed the vid regardless
I've been trying to get hold of one of these, but can't . Everywhere I've looked says sold out 😞 I'd love more instant cameras to be manual. I know it has no light meter , but you can get light meter apps on your phone or buy a separate light meter
That umbrella comment made me like and subscribe.
It's the George Costanza of the instant photography world!!!
Is it the glass 75mm lens that makes those dark spots it the corners? If so that's a bummer
Okay you even convinced me to shoot it ;-)
I FINALLY GOT HER TO BREAK!! 😂
That glass lens looks pretty nice! While I use an SX-70 myself, I do wish there were more glass lens options on the market!
Nice going
Awesome video!!! Quick question will you ever do a video on an instant printer? Keep the videos coming, I'm really enjoying the content.
Thanks so much! Glad you're enjoying the channel. I have considered doing a video about the Polaroid Lab, but honestly I probably won't as it's not really in my wheelhouse. Ya never know, though!
@@InAnInstant Your channel is among the best IMO. Thank you for the reply:).
@@zanzvar9033 Thank you Žan!!!
Diana & Ben - a real lovestory
Does anyone know of anywhere this is in stock / listed for sale?
I have viewed most of the TH-cam reviews and I think you're the only one to mention a light meter. Even though Fuji Instax is cheaper than Polaroid film, I still wouldn't take any chances and I would always check exposure with a light meter or light meter app.
If you’ve got the time, definitely worth metering, this film is still pricey no matter how you cut it!
Funny the basic Diana F+ has a little thing you fit into the ‘trigger’ groove to stop you accidentally taking or double exposing a picture. Very simple Lille bit of plastic on a string. Wonder why they didn’t do the same with this one.
Nice
Awesome video. Diana Rigg?
😂😂
I need a viewfinder any tips
Hello ben. I have a question. When I press the shutter button to take a picture I see in the LED display LEN5. I see my lens are close and wont turn on. How do I fix this?
Hi, what is this referring to? This camera doesn't have an LED display.
@@InAnInstant oh im sorry, Im talking about the polaroid now camera.
@@jaelmiguez6284 You may want to contact Polaroid customer service about that
What's the difference between the Adriano Edition and the regular blue one?
Cosmetics!
i cant find it anywhere online
is Diana Instax Square better than the lomo Instax Square? which one do you recommend?
Just depends on your preference for how the images look! Very different looks.
Nice! Any idea where to find these? They are impossible to find, even on Ebay and they are only a few years old.
Looks like Moment has got them in stock www.shopmoment.com/products/lomography-diana-instant-square-camera/camera-only
@@InAnInstant Thanks. Yea, they must have just got them back in recently, ordered one. $30 more than the Lomo website which kinda sucks but they have been out of stock forever. What focal length is the kit lens? 75mm? (38mm in 35mm equivalent?)
Does it have a self timer ? Thank you !
It does not!
@@InAnInstant Thanks for the help !
Where is the intro monolog from I can't get it out of my head
From Edwin Land himself!
@@InAnInstant oh awesome, and thanks for replying I've been binging your videos ever since getting a polaroid go. But really thinking of getting somehting that uses the square film
I'm sure you've heard this before but I feel like George Costanza from Seinfeld is giving me camera advice.
I mostly get Keith Haring!
@@InAnInstant - I see, and love, both! Keep the content coming, just purchased an I-1 after watching your review!
Awesome! Thank you so much Joel!!
HEY!
Question for you and anyone else out there! I am dying to get the "Mark L" clone because that is happens to be my name. If anyone knows where to get one or has one, please hit me up!
Hollyyy cow, if you could get the Mark L that would be incredible! Wish I could help other than to suggest you scout eBay, Goodwill auctions, and Facebook Marketplace
@@InAnInstant Sadly no thrift stores where I live but eBay is the number one spot to check. I will be on it! I was soft hoping you had one hahahaha
Is it okay if I can hear my Polaroid Talking Camera whispering in my ear??
It is NOT. That product is NOT real and you are only projecting its existence into your fragile reality. PLEASE call 1-800-YIKESTHATAINTIDEAL IMMEDIATELY
Subbed for mentioning capybaras
Former guinea pig owner over here 🥹🤘
Rhianna… umbrella! 😂
Any truth to rumor about Fuji purchasing Polaroid?
lmao where in god's name did you hear that?
5:22 and 5:28 is matty a banana slug? or just a pulp fiction fan? I need answers!!! 😯
The latter! But my dad is an alum!
While I wanted to love this camera, I sold mine and didn't regret it. I just did not get the best pictures.
while i did get some great shots with mine i ended up burning thru packs of film with just stuff that was ugly 90% of the time so mine sits in a box
That umbrella joke.. Subtle
Almost didn't even make it in 😂😂 so glad someone caught that
Has my dad come back yet?
No and he never will
@@InAnInstant :'(
....will you be there for me?
Damn Ben can you just give me a reason NOT to buy this camera? That's what my wallet really needs
😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳😳
why cant polaroid do more 3rd party mods T.T
There are a lot of reasons for this, but one of them is intellectual property protection. Polaroid is far more concerned than Fuji about their closed ecosystem of cameras and film.
@@InAnInstant T.T so frustrating, they're shooting themselves in the feet with all these patents, well killing us at least
A camera named Diana and a boy named Sue……..🤔
i cant find it anywhere online