Lomo re-introduces low-cost DigitaLIZA film-scan holders

By Tim Levy | 27 March 2025

Back in 2022, Lomography introduced the DigitaLIZA+ and DigitaLIZA Max film scanners – an innovative, budget-friendly solution for digitising negatives. The appeal? Fast scanning times compared to traditional film scanners, made it a great option for film shooters looking for a quicker workflow.

Use the built-in backlight for super-simple scans or, if you prefer, use your own external light source with the 35 mm film carrier.
Use the built-in backlight for super-simple scans or, if you prefer, use your own external light source with the 35 mm film carrier.

However, the catch was that users had to provide their own camera – either a smartphone or a digital camera with a macro lens – which ultimately dictated the quality of their scans.

Now, Lomography has released an updated DigitaLIZA+, with a refined, more modular, compact structure and enhanced backlight panels to improve ease of use. Film formats remain the same with 35mm, 120 and 127, though now includes a new 110 film mask for that small percentage of users who actually shot with this diminutive format back in the day.

The updated DigitaLIZA+ features a built-in backlight panel with an impressive colour rendering index (CRI) of 97, ensuring more accurate colour reproduction. The backlight panel also includes a built-in 120 film carrier, and for precise alignment, a removable spirit level helps keep everything straight.

Two models to choose from

There are two versions of the DigitaLIZA+ available:

  • Lomo DigitaLIZA+ 35mm/120 Film Scanner – $99.95

    • Designed for photographers using a digital camera with a macro lens

    • Works best with a tripod or a copy stand setup

  • Lomo DigitaLIZA Max 35mm/120 Film Scanner With Stand – $119.95

    • Includes a stand to hold a smartphone, making scanning even easier

    • Ideal for social media users, though they will have to convert negs to positive using software app.

DigitaLIZA Max pack includes the smartphone stand.
DigitaLIZA Max pack includes the smartphone stand.

What’s in the box?

  • Support / masks for 35mm with sprockets, 120, 127, and now 110 film

  • Smooth advancing knob (for the 35mm holder)

  • Anti-slip pads to keep things steady

  • Powered by AA batteries or 5V micro USB (unfortunately, no USB-C yet)

For film photographers looking for an affordable and quick way to digitise negatives, the updated DigitaLIZA+ is an even better tool.

Things to take note of are that the backlight is not super-powerful, so it would be better to use in a dimly lit room so there are no external light reflections on the negatives. Also, as the YouTube clip reveals, shooting at 1/60 at 800 ISO might not be ideal when using a mirrorless camera, so best to use a tripod and a cable release, remote trigger, or the self-timer set to 10 seconds to ensure no camera shake.

This being said, you can use the film holder without the backlight and use an ipad with a white background or a standalone daylight balanced lightbox. 

You can find out more about the new generation DigitaLiza on the Lomo website.