The Carena Lucky is a snapshot camera made of plastic. It was sold by Photo Porst in the 80s. The price for the camera including flash and film with development was just under 40 D-Mark at Christmas 1989.
The company Haking was probably responsible for the production. The country of manufacture is indicated as Hong Kong.
The camera comes with a fixed lens. The focal length is unchangeable as well as the focus and the aperture. An external flash can be triggered via the built-in hot shoe.
The dimensions of the 35mm camera are 11.5 x 7.5 x 4 cm. The camera weighs 115 grams with its plastic housing. Batteries are not needed for the camera.
Films for the Carena Lucky
Without photo films nothing runs with the Carena Lucky. More precisely, the camera needs 35mm films. Films of this format are still easy to get today and are also still developed. Nice 35mm films for color or black and white photography are the Agfaphoto Vista 400* and the Ilford Delta 100*. In general, using a film with a good exposure latitude makes sense.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | ? |
| Widest aperture | ? |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Size | 11,5 x 7,5 x 4 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.53 x 2.95 x 1.57 inches |
| Weight | 115 Grams |
| Country of production | Hong Kong |
FAQ about the Carena Lucky
Is this camera easy to use?
Yes, the Carena Lucky is a simple point-and-shoot camera. It has fixed focus and aperture, making it ideal for beginners. No batteries are needed.
What kind of film does it use?
The camera takes standard 35mm film, both color and black and white. These are readily available and easily developed even today.
How big and heavy is the plastic camera?
It's quite compact, measuring 11.5 x 7.5 x 4 cm and weighing only 115 grams. Its lightweight plastic body makes it very portable.
Does the snapshot camera have a flash?
It comes with a built-in flash, and you can also use an external flash via its hot shoe.
When was this little camera sold?
The Carena Lucky was sold by Photo Porst in the 1980s. A set including the camera, flash, and film development cost around 40 German Marks in 1989.