The Cosina 35 FR is a rangefinder camera. It was built in the 70s. In Germany a similar model was sold under the name “Porst 135 E”.
The lens of the Cosina 35 FR is fixed. The name from the manufacturer for the lens is “Cosinon 1:2.7 38mm”. The lens has a maximum aperture of f/2.7 and the focal length is 38 mm.
There is no autofocus with the 35mm camera. You have to focus on the subject by hand. The correct distance to the subject can be determined by the cameras rangefinder.
The 35mm camera has a built-in light meter. It was designed for work with films with a ISO of 25 to 400. A flash is built in for pictures in low light situations.
The Cosina 35 FR has a built-in self-timer and an option to connect a cable release. There is also a thread for a tripod. The camera weighs 370 grams and the dimensions are 13 x 7,8 x 5,3 cm. It needs two 1,5 V batteries.
Films for the Cosina 35 FR
The 35mm format is very common, which is why there are still some manufacturers and many development laboratories. For color shots there is the Kodak Ultramax 400*. One way to get black-and-white images is the Ilford Delta 400*.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Rangefinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 38 mm |
| Biggest aperture | f/2.7 |
| Focus | Manual |
| Rangefinder | Yes |
| Exposure times | 1/360 second to 1/64 second |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 400 |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Size | 13 x 7,8 x 5,3 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.12 x 3.07 x 2.09 inches |
| Weight | 370 Grams |