The Carena 35F is a 35 mm camera. It was sold by Photo Porst in Germany. It was produced by Haking from Hong Kong. They also offered the same camera under their own brand. The “Haking Quick” was built in Thailand.
The Carena 35F is more of a cheap snapshot camera and therefore only comes with a simple fixed lens. The focus of the lens is fixed and cannot be changed. The body of the camera is made of plastic. It can be used with a wrist strap.
The Carena 35F does not have a light meter for taking pictures. The ISO value is set on the front of the camera. You can choose between ISO 100/200, ISO 400 and ISO 1000. Depending on the value, the aperture changes when taking photos. The exposure time is the same. There are no settings for the exposure on this camera model.
There is a built-in flash for taking pictures in low light conditions. The flash requires two AAA batteries (eBay / Amazon*). If you do not use the flash, you can do without the batteries.
Films for the Carena 35F
The Carena 35F must be equipped with 35mm films. For this film format, there is still a good selection of material for color and black and white images. Possible films for the Carena 35F are the Fujifilm Superia 200* for color shots and the Ilford XP2 Super* for b/w photos.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. The C-41 films are offered by most photo laboratories.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | 2x AAA batteries |
| Company name of the brand | Photo Porst |
| Manufacturer | Haking |
| Country of production | Thailand |
| Estimated value / Used price | 27,61 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 13 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 36,64 Euro (38.97 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 29,95 Euro (31.39 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 30,20 Euro (32.47 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Carena 35F
Is the Carena 35F camera automatic?
No, the Carena 35F is a simple camera without automatic features. It doesn't have an exposure meter, and the film advance is manual. You set the ISO manually and the aperture adjusts accordingly.
What kind of lens does this cheap snapshot camera have?
It has a fixed-focus lens; you can't adjust the focus. This is typical for simpler, inexpensive cameras like this one. The lens is permanently built into the camera.
What type of film does the camera use?
The Carena 35F uses standard 35mm film. You can use color film like Fujifilm Superia or black and white film like Ilford XP2. Many different 35mm films are available.
Does this camera have a built-in flash?
Yes, it has a built-in flash, powered by two AAA batteries. The flash is helpful in low-light conditions, but you don't need batteries if you don't use the flash.
How do I set the ISO on the camera?
The ISO setting is adjusted manually on the front of the camera. You can choose between ISO 100/200, 400, and 1000. The aperture changes depending on the ISO selected.