Lomography Petzval lens from their 2025 Holiday Gift Guide
Toronto. The name Petzval is familiar to photographic historians and collectors. The original lens won a contest for a fast portrait lens shortly after the invention of the Daguerreotype technology was released. Eder’s book on the History of Photography (Dover reprint) has the gory details.
The Lomography folks designed a newer lens, also called a Petzval but a bit faster at f/1.9 and shorter at 80.5mm focal length. It is included in the Lomography Holiday Gift Guide for 2025.
Chloe Fuller down in the Big Apple writes:
“Dear Film Photography Friends and Press Partners,
“The holiday season has begun and we’re excited to share our Holiday Gift Guide 2025! Featuring a selection of our most popular film cameras, instant cameras, lenses, film and accessories, this guide is designed to inspire creativity and make holiday shopping a breeze.
“Our collection offers something special for everyone – from absolute beginners to seasoned film enthusiasts. With a variety of colorways and designs, there’s a perfect match for every style and budget.
“This holiday season, let us help you create a holiday shopping experience your community will remember – with gifts that inspire creativity, nostalgia and wonderful memories.
“Attached [pdf format]: The Lomography Gift Guide 2025.
“Press Kit: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QrKXXbkOGh2hz1Sc2shS-uZnU3u8zi4U?usp=sharing
“Shop Lomography Deals: https://shop.lomography.com/deals
“Happy Holidays!
“Stay analogue,”.
And for those in the big smoke, remember that Downtown Camera have many of the Lomography goodies in stock too. PS: The link notes the Nov 2023 auction – we have since held the 2024 and 2025 auctions. Our next event is likely the 2026 spring auction not yet confirmed.
