The Cosina CS-2 is a single lens reflex camera. The 35mm camera was built by Cosina.
The lenses of the Cosina CS-2 can be exchanged. A Pentax K bayonet was installed for this purpose. There is no autofocus with the 35mm camera. You have to focus manually on the subject.
The 35mm camera has a built-in light meter. It was designed to work with films between ISO 25 and ISO 3200. As with most SLR cameras, exposure is measured trough the lens. The shutter speed and aperture can be selected by the photographer.
The photo camera comes with a bulb mode. With the PC flash port and the hot shoe it is possible to use a flash.
Films for the Cosina CS-2
The Cosina CS-2 is an analogue camera and needs to be equipped with 35mm film. 35mm films are still produced by different manufacturers. A good choice of film is the Fujifilm Superia 400* for color photographs and the Ilford Delta 100* for black-and-white images.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. The C-41 process is offered by almost every photo lab.
The Cosina CS-2 has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a thread for a cable release and tripod. The dimensions of the 35mm camera are 13,65 x 8,35 x 5,1 cm. At this size her weight is 530 g. The power supply is provided by two S-76 1.5V batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
The 35mm camera can nowadays only be bought in used condition. The used price of a copy of the 35mm camera depends on condition and functionality.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Pentax K lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Viewfinder | Pentaprism finder |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 8 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC-Flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x S76 batteries |
| Size | 13,65 x 8,35 x 5,1 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.37 x 3.29 x 2.01 inches |
| Weight | 530 Grams |
| Estimated value / Used price | 55,51 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of January 1, 2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 55,00 Euro (59.53 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 55,00 Euro (59.53 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Cosina CS-2
Is this camera automatic, or do I have to manually focus?
The Cosina CS-2 is a manual focus camera. You'll need to adjust the focus yourself using the lens. It doesn't have autofocus.
What kind of film does the camera use?
The Cosina CS-2 uses standard 35mm film. Many manufacturers still produce 35mm film, so you'll have plenty of options for color or black and white.
How do I use a flash with this camera?
The camera has both a PC flash sync connector and a hot shoe, allowing you to connect and use external flash units.
Can I control the settings on this camera?
Yes, you can manually adjust the aperture and shutter speed to control your exposure. The shutter speed ranges from 1/1000th of a second to 8 seconds, plus a bulb mode.
What type of batteries does the camera need?
The Cosina CS-2 requires two 1.5V S-76 batteries to power its functions, such as the light meter.