How to create multiple exposures with a 110 camera?
Creating multiple exposures (MX) involves superimposing two or more pictures in a single frame, creating even more unique and experimental outcomes. This popular technique is not limited to the common analogue formats of 35 mm and 120. With Lomography’s range, you can also achieve multiple exposures with 110 cameras, and it’s easier than you think!
Diana Baby
The Diana Baby lets you capture a dreamy aesthetic in 110 format. Aside from its interchangeable lens, an experimental feature it carries is the ability to take unlimited multiple exposures. All you have to do is to shoot the first image and then, without advancing the film, shoot your second, third, and however many more photos you’d like on the same frame. Once you’re finished, simply advance the film to move onto the next picture.
Fisheye Baby
The fun of the Fisheye Baby can be experienced through its 170° wide-angle lens, as well as in layers of unlimited multiple exposures. You simply apply the same steps as with the Diana Baby! One of the wonderfully unique things about the 110 format is the film never leaves its cartridge, so there is no need to rewind it in this scenario – just keep shooting.
Lomomatic 110
Unlike the aforementioned 110 cameras, the Lomomatic 110 boasts a compact sliding mechanism. To take a multiple exposure, slide the camera open and take the first photo like you normally would. Don’t advance the film afterwards. Instead, locate the MX switch at the bottom of the camera. Slide the MX switch to the left then proceed to take as many photos as you’d like for that same frame. Once you feel happy with the number of exposures you’ve taken, just slide the camera closed then open it again – this will advance the film to the next frame.
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Can I change a 110 film cartridge while shooting?
Yes, 110 is the only film format that allows you to easily and safely change the cartridge mid-roll!
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Where can I get 110 film developed?
Contact your local labs to find out if they develop 110 film, or send it to us at our LomoLab.
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What are the best techniques for taking multiple exposure photos?
Multiple exposures are one of the best ways to push your creativity with film photography. Here are a few techniques to help you take your photos to the next level.
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What is a multiple exposure?
Multiple exposures (or MX) are photographs in which two or more images are superimposed in a single frame, and they’re super easy to create using your analogue camera. Set an image of a train against a field of flowers, or prop your friend’s face against an image of a city skyline to create enchanting and surreal images.
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How to cut 35 mm film to use in a 110 camera?
While it’s not a typical practice, it is possible to cut 35 mm for use in a 110 camera. Here’s a quick guide.
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What are the best ISO settings for creating double exposures?
Rate your camera’s ISO settings at double your film’s box speed to achieve the best results in your double exposures. For instance, if you are using an ISO 400 film, change the ISO settings on your camera to 800. This means you are dividing the exposure between your shots – two underexposed images produce one properly exposed image.
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What is EBS?
EBS is short for Expose Both Sides, which is a technique in analogue photography wherein you do just that. You first load and shoot your film like you normally would. Once finished, remove and reload the film, but this time with the opposite side of the emulsion facing towards the lens. The EBS technique produces redscale-like, otherworldly double exposures.
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Why is there a wider image beneath my 110 film border?
With 110 film it’s normal to see a transparent film border and a wider image visible beneath. This is because 110 film is pre-exposed in order to make printing easier.
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What are the advantages of shooting 110 film?
There are a few advantages to shooting 110 film, including convenience, ease of use and of course that beautiful grain!