It’s called Fisheye No. 2 because there is a Fisheye One. The primary difference is that the Fisheye No. 2 has a fisheye viewfinder that can help the photographer estimate what the shot would look like.
35mm Film
The Fisheye No. 2 uses the standard 35mm film which you can come across easily on Amazon or even at Walmart.
Multiple Exposure
Multiple exposure (MX) is one of Lomography’s signature features and typically offered on cameras at a higher price range. I was surprised that the Fisheye 2 had this feature (and to be honest, I just found out about it after 5 years). This feature, aside from the fisheye lens, is what makes photographs look more artsy and creative.
Built-in Flash
What’s nice about this camera is that it has a built-in flash. Some Lomography cameras like the Diana F+ have a large on-camera flash – which doesn’t make the Diana F+ as portable as the Fisheye.
Sample Photos
Overall Thoughts
I love the Fisheye No. 2. This is the only film camera that I own that has a small built in flash. I love the design – because of how it resembles what cameras typically look like so it doesn’t stand out as much. Currently, it retails at $75 and of course, I wish the camera were cheaper . I think the simplicity of it given how more advanced the features are are a huge plus because it’s pretty easy to use. You can easily “shoot from the hip” and not miss a thing with the Fisheye No. 2 because of that 170 degree view (as if you were using a GoPro).
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Design4.5/5 Very goodGreat design. compact, vintage-looking – especially the black one. I'm not so fond of the lens cap because it doesn't tend to stay on (it's silicone/rubber rather than plastic) and it doesn't match the aesthetic of the camera.
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Features5/5 AmazingThis camera is packed with features such as multiple exposure, built-in flash, and even bulb setting.
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Ease of use4/5 GoodI feel that this camera is great for beginners considering that this has a fisheye lens. The additional viewfinder makes it easy for beginners to have a slight idea of what they are capturing. Some features are not easy to figure out, like the multiple exposure
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Image quality4/5 GoodThe night shots weren't as great as I expected.
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Value for money4/5 GoodMost of Lomography's cameras are on the $50+ range and I wish they were cheaper. I know that this camera has one of those "fun" lenses and has a lot of features so that could justify the price. Film and processing is also a factor here. However, these cameras are competing with popular film cameras like the Instax Mini (which is around the same price).
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