Cheap 35mm film camera // Lomo Cosmic Symbol

Made a trip to the coast after work in the evening with a camera that I bought a few years back and hadn't used much. Decided to dust it off and try and remember what it was like using it.
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[@tigerorchid67]

Just discovered your videos today. They are both informative and calming!

[@NickSmithPhoto]

Thank you, hope they help.

[@I.o.a.n.n.i.s]

Nice review, thank you Nick!

[@NickSmithPhoto]

Thanks

[@user-xs1yx9tc9m]

I've been doing photography since 1987 (87-2004 with film and since 2004 digital) and have tried many cheap and simple cameras. The Symbol was one that I considered; they could be bought 'new' in the '90's but didn't get one. I think it was the one with the blue plastic that put me off ! Are the 'cloud' symbols the shutter speeds ?

[@lynnbradshaw6279]

Thanks for this video, Nick. I have just started to use my Lomo Smena 8m film camera, with a slightly out of date film, so it was interesting to see your results.

[@NickSmithPhoto]

If you nail focusing, then the images that come out of the camera are great. Unfortunately my has some severe spacing issues. I hope yours is better

[@lynnbradshaw6279]

@@NickSmithPhoto Thanks for the advice. I will let you know when I have used up the film and had it developed.

[@ewenmcpherson4079]

My first camera, the cosmic symbol. 198? Maybe 83? Cost £7.95 from Lizars in shandwick place Edinburgh (on special offer, amazing what you remember as a 6yo.) Excellent photos in comparison to the point-and-shoot Halina 110 ...but always missed the flash!! Nothing else came close on price though.

[@NickSmithPhoto]

110 film was like spy size film, I can’t imagine that size negative was particularly good

[@jordandoyle84]

Found this camera in my late nan & grandad’s house a few months ago whilst clearing it out. Only the other day noticed it had film inside. Only about 7 pictures taken. My wife opened it accidentally, not realising any film was inside so probably ruined, but the film must’ve been in there at least 35 years. Sent it off but not hopeful of anything coming out. Looking forward to taking it out myself though. Enjoyed the video.

[@NickSmithPhoto]

What a find! Lets hope that you get the film back with some hidden memories on it. Have fun with the camera.

[@vickipetrova]

Did the photos come back?

[@russellsprout2223]

Nick, interesting video and impressive results. I have just purchased my own CS but despite assurances that this is a working example; I can't get the shutter lever to move or the film advance to shift. Does the camera require that a film is loaded and 'correct' shutter speed/aperture is set before shooting, or should it work regardless, please? I have downloaded the user manual but can find no reference to this. Thanks.

[@NickSmithPhoto]

Sounds like an issue to me as I'm able to crank the advance lever and fire the shutter even with the film door open. Sorry yours as issues, get in contact with your seller.

[@russellsprout2223]

@@NickSmithPhoto Thanks Nick, I only paid a pittance for the bloomin' thing so I'm just going to consign it to the bin. Atb. 👍

[@greta4712]

What colour film have you used for this video? I've found this camera in my house, and I'm planning on learning how to use it :D

[@NickSmithPhoto]

Exciting that you found a camera!!! :D I think I might have Lomo Color 400, which some people say is Kodak UltraMax. But I would just use any film you can get and just experiment and have fun. Enjoy

[@jakesteurrys4225]

Where did you get that ufo cow light?

[@NickSmithPhoto]

I bought it at a convention about 13 years ago or so. I found this site, but can’t remember if this is the same company or not. abductionlamp.com

[@jakesteurrys4225]

@@NickSmithPhoto thank u