Lomography Releases Gold Plated Lomo MC-A Camera
Lomography has released a gold-plated and a black-finished version of its Lomo MC-A 35mm film camera, alongside the standard model.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Photography
Lomography has released the Lomo MC-A Gold Plated 35mm film camera, featuring genuine gold plating and brown leather covering. A glossy black Lomo MC-A Noir edition has also been released.
Why it matters
The release adds premium finishes to an existing film camera line and incorporates refinements Lomography made in response to community feedback. Film photographers and collectors worldwide now have additional limited options within the model range.
The Gold Plated model costs £549, the Noir edition £499, and the standard MC-A £449, with the lens specified at 32mm f/2.8 stopping down to f/16 and a minimum focusing distance of 0.4 metres. Shipping is expected to begin in December, though the extraction does not confirm regional availability.
The players
Lomography
Lomography is a film photography company known for its analogue cameras and community-driven product development.
The details
Both new models keep the 32mm f/2.8 five-element lens and offer automatic, aperture-priority, and manual modes, along with a built-in Xenon flash and multiple-exposure support. Refinements include easier film loading and a camera that remembers its settings when switched off.
Timeline
The MC-A marked its first birthday with special editions.
Shipping of the limited-edition cameras is expected to begin in December.
Culture Shift
The MC-A extends the Lomo lineage descended from the LC-A compact, pairing premium finishes with manual controls as film photography continues to draw collectors. Positioned as a collectible rather than a utility camera, the Gold Plated edition reflects a wider movement treating analogue cameras as desirable objects.
Buyers choosing among the three MC-A versions will face price points from £449 to £549 depending on finish. Those who want the features but not the premium look can stay with the standard model at £449.
The takeaway
Compare the three finishes and price points before choosing an MC-A, since the feature set is identical across the Gold Plated, Noir, and standard versions. Collectors should check regional stock once December shipping begins.
What happens next
Shipping of the limited-edition cameras is expected to begin in December.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by T3.
