Ansco 1065

The Ansco 1065 is a viewfinder camera made by Haking as a 35mm camera to deliver beautiful pictures. The company Haking from Hong Kong acquired the brand rights for Ansco and then offered cameras under the camera brand.

Unlike other camera models, the lens on this model is fixed and cannot be removed. The lens is named “Ansconar F:8 / 45mm”. The lens has a focal length of 45 mm. The 35mm camera does not have autofocus. The distance is preset.

Unlike other cameras, this model does not have an integrated light meter. There are three weather symbols that correspond to different aperture openings. The exposure time is set to a fixed value. Due to the maximum aperture of f/8, one should be cautious when taking shots indoors and in low light.

If desired, an external flash can be connected to the camera by using the connection for devices with a flash shoe. The camera has a tripod thread on the bottom.

The camera is mechanical and can take photos without batteries.

Films for the Ansco 1065

Which film format can the Ansco 1065 use? This camera was designed for 35mm films. Such films are still available from various suppliers. Among the films available for the Ansco 1065 are the Fujifilm Superia 400* for color photography and the Kodak T-Max 400* for black-and-white shots. Both films offer high-quality results and are, according to reviews, suitable for everyday shots. There are also smaller brands like Rollei, Adox, and Foma that provide films in this format.

To develop the color film, the C-41 process is required. This process is widespread and many development services, such as those in most drugstores, offer it. The black-and-white film is easier to handle and can also be developed at home.

The exposure format of the Ansco 1065 measures 24 mm x 36 mm. Typically, 36 pictures fit on a roll of film. The film is manually advanced between shots. A picture counter on the top indicates the number of photos taken.