Lomography · Toy Camera
Diana Mini
The Diana's little sibling: a palm-sized toy camera that shoots 72 half-frames per roll with that signature dreamy Diana softness.
~$40–90 typical used price · updated 2026-09-23
01Quick character
Editorial guidance, not lab measurements — examples vary, and film & processing change the result.
02Best for
Use cases: Parties · Everyday · Learning
Control: Point and shoot
Beginner friendly: 5/5
Portability: 5/5
What it feels like
A toy camera with fixed focus focusing and manual (1/60s) exposure — The Diana's little sibling: a palm-sized toy camera that shoots 72 half-frames per roll with that signature dreamy Diana softness.
03Key specifications
| Format | 35mm (half-frame) |
| Camera type | Toy Camera |
| Lens | 24mm f/8 |
| Focusing | Fixed focus |
| Exposure | Manual (1/60s) |
| Flash | Accessory Diana Flash |
| Production | 2010–2024 |
Known buying issues
- Plastic build
- Fixed focus limits close-ups
- Light leaks possible
04Used buying checklist
- Check the advance mechanism
- Confirm half/full-frame switch works
- Inspect lens for scratches
When possible, test a camera before buying — or buy from sellers with real return policies.
05Film pairings
Recommendations, not guarantees — exposure, processing and scanning change the final look.
Kodak Gold 200
Warm half-frame snapshots with a soft, nostalgic feel.
LomoChrome Purple
Experimental color shifts made for the toy-camera look.
06Current price options
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