The Halina Tegra AF290, a 35mm camera made in Thailand by Haking, is a no-brainer for snapping photos.
Its built-in 28mm lens is versatile and suitable for a wide range of subjects, from landscapes to street photography. The integrated autofocus ensures sharp images, while the protective sliding door protects the lens from dust and scratches.
The camera relieves the photographer of technical decisions by automatically adjusting the aperture and exposure time. An integrated light meter measures the lighting conditions, and the camera takes the film speed (ISO) into account via the DX coding. This makes the Halina Tegra AF290 suitable for beginners who do not want to deal with the intricacies of exposure settings.
The built-in flash extends the camera's application possibilities to low-light situations. In addition to the standard flash mode, it offers a fill-in flash mode that fires with every image to brighten shadows and reduce contrast. A red-eye reduction mode makes for more natural portrait shots.
The Halina Tegra AF290 is equipped with practical features that make photography easier. A tripod thread enables long exposures and group photos, while the self-timer is suitable for self-portraits.
An eyelet for a camera strap ensures that the camera is always within reach. Power is provided by two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*), which are easily available and replaceable.
Films for the Halina
The camera uses the widely used 35 mm film, which is still offered by various manufacturers today. This means that the camera can still be used without any problems.
Popular options are the Ilford Delta 400* for high-contrast black and white images and the Kodak Gold 200* for natural color reproduction. After shooting, the films can be developed in most photo labs, which usually also offer prints and scans.
The Halina Tegra AF290 offers an exposure range of 24 mm x 36 mm, the classic 35mm format. A display on the top shows the number of images already exposed. A special panorama mode makes it possible to take pictures with an expanded field of view by covering part of the image.
