Cosina CT-1

The Cosina CT-1 is a 35mm camera. It is part of the group of single lens reflex cameras. Some time later the Cosina CT-1A followed, it is almost identical to the CT-1, but replaces the analog measuring needle of the model with an LED exposure indicator (+ O -) on the side of the viewfinder. The CT1 Super is also very identical, but offers the possibility of shooting up to 1/2000 s.

The 35mm camera was also available under the name “Petri MF-101”.

The lenses of the Cosina CT-1 can be changed. This is possible trough the Pentax K bayonet. The lens is focused manually. The Cosina CT-1 does not have an autofocus system.

The Cosina CT-1 has a built-in light meter. The exposure meter was designed for films with ISO value between 25 and 1600. Exposure is measured through the lens of the SLR camera. The aperture and shutter speed can be selected by the photographer as desired.

The Cosina CT-1 has a bulb mode, for example for long exposures. The shutter is open for a variable time. An external flash can be connected to the Hot Shoe. There is also a PC flash socket.

Films for the Cosina CT-1

The Cosina CT-1 is designed for the 35mm format. 35mm films are still produced by different producers. Possible films for the model are the Fujifilm Superia 200* for color pictures and the Ilford HP5* for black and white photos.

The color negative film is developed in the C-41 development process. C-41 films are developed by almost all photo laboratories.

The 35mm camera has a thread for a tripod. In addition, there is a connector for a cable release and a self-timer. The camera weighs 420 grams and the dimensions are 13,3 x 8,5 x 4,8 cm. The power source of the 35mm camera are two LR44 batteries (eBay / Amazon*).

Today you can buy the Cosina CT-1 only in used condition. The value of a used copy of the model depends on the condition of the camera.