The allure of the Diana F has always been the ambiguity and mystery that can be created when using this camera. The more recent makes of the Diana still play up to this.

With its plastic casing and toy-like exterior, it does not seem like the kind of camera that real photographers would use, but when you get your first set of photos developed, the strange flickers of light that have got through via the slightly dodgy back- something that they didn't change despite it being a glitch in previous decades- and the beautiful pinks and blues that surround the picture's subject, it makes sense that this camera is growing in popularity.

The starter kit really does get the full potential out of this small retro camera. The books give a hint at what you can create, which is both inspiring and uplifting to look at. The kit also gives you features that perhaps those who aren't familiar with film cameras haven't used- filters. These create beautiful colours on normal film and really make photos individual and beautiful.

The kit has everything you could need to get the most out of this camera without being too complicated, something that matches the idea of the camera. It is not difficult to use, but it has its quirks, which make it different to disposables or other film cameras.

Photos from this camera really do take you back to another age, and put that vintage haze on events. Now the summer is here, it is a perfect time to splash out on this colourful and creative camera.