The Carena AF 35M is a snapshot camera. It was sold by Photo Porst in Germany in the 1980s. Photo Porst was one of the largest photo retailers in the Federal Republic of Germany at that time. In addition to cameras, the West German company also sold lenses and photo accessories.
The camera comes with a fixed lens. 35 mm is the focal length of the lens. The maximum aperture is f/3.4. The focus of the lens is fixed and cannot be changed.
The camera has a built-in light meter. The exposure settings are set automatically by the camera. There is a built-in flash for shooting in low light conditions.
Films for the Carena AF 35M
The Carena AF 35M requires photographic film to take pictures. More precisely, 35mm films are needed. The 35mm format is very common, so even today there are some manufacturers and many developing labs. A good choice for color and black and white pictures is the Kodak Portra 400* and the AgfaPhoto APX 400*.
The development process for the color film is the C-41 process. This development process is available at almost every photo lab. The black and white film goes into a black and white developer.
Of course, developing B&W film is also available at many photo labs. The advantages of developing at home are full control over the images, and the cost is also lower than the cost of developing in a professional photo lab, especially if several films are developed per month.
The film in the camera is transported automatically. The power needed for the camera comes from two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 35 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/3.4 |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Power supply | 2x AA batteries |
| Company name of the brand | Photo Porst |
| Estimated value / Used price | 24,07 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 6 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 22,96 Euro (23.81 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 24,38 Euro (25.98 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 26,28 Euro (28.14 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Carena AF 35M
Is the Carena AF 35M camera automatic?
Yes, the Carena AF 35M is fully automatic. It automatically sets the exposure and has no manual controls for aperture or shutter speed. The focus is also fixed.
What kind of film does this snapshot camera use?
The Carena AF 35M uses standard 35mm film, also known as 135 film. This is a very common size, so finding film and getting it developed shouldn't be a problem.
Does the camera have a flash?
Yes, it has a built-in flash for taking pictures in low-light conditions. This is useful for indoor or night photography.
What type of lens does the point-and-shoot camera have?
It has a fixed 35mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/3.4. You cannot change the lens or adjust the focus.
How is the film advanced in the camera?
The film is automatically advanced in the Carena AF 35M. The motor that does this is powered by two AA batteries.