The Halina 150 is a viewfinder camera. This 35mm camera was manufactured by the company Haking and was sold in versions in red, black and white. Unlike Hong Kong, the country of origin in this case is listed as Macau. The Halina 150 was also distributed under the name "Ansco 135."
The lens of this 35mm camera is non-interchangeable and remains permanently installed. The maximum aperture of the lens is f/5.6 with a focal length of 33mm. There's no need to focus the lens as it's fixed.
The camera doesn't have a built-in light meter. A slider on the side allows for adjusting the aperture. Three settings are available (Flash, Cloudy, Sunny). The exposure time is fixed, likely ranging from 1/100s to 1/150s.
Through the hot shoe connection on the camera, it's possible to attach an external flash unit to obtain additional light for capturing photos.
No batteries are necessary for taking pictures. All functions are mechanical, including the film transport.
Films for the Halina 150
The Halina 150 manual recommends using 35mm films. 35mm films are still manufactured today and are quite easy to find. Typically, a 36-exposure roll of film fits into the camera.
ISO 200 films are recommended. The Kodak Gold 200* is a popular choice for photographers aiming to capture beautiful color images. However, fans of black and white photography often prefer the Kodak TRI-X 400* black and white film. It doesn't have an ISO sensitivity of 200, but it's very versatile.
Both films are well-suited for a wide range of applications, as affirmed by various reviews. Other noteworthy producers include Adox, Rollei, and Foma.
For color films, the C-41 development process is a common method. Most professional photo labs offer the C-41 process. Black and white film must be processed in a suitable developer, such as Kodak XTOL.
