The Fujifilm Klasse W is a snapshot camera. It was introduced by Fujifilm in the 2000s. It is a wide-angle version of the Fujifilm Klasse S.
The Fujifilm Klasse W lens cannot be interchanged. The name of the lens is “28mm f2.8 Super EBC Fujinon lens.” The wide angle lens is 28mm and the maximum aperture is f/2.8. There is no need to focus manually with the 35mm camera. This model is equipped with an autofocus system. The closest focusing distance is 30 cm.
The camera has a built-in light meter. It is designed for an ISO range of 25 to 3200. The camera determines the correct film speed via the DX code.
The camera can be used in a program mode or aperture priority. The shortest exposure time depends on the aperture (1/500 s at f/2.8, 1/1000 s at f/16).
The camera has a Bulb mode. In this mode, the shutter is open for a variable time. On the front of the camera is the built-in flash.
The size of the camera is 123 × 63.5 × 38.5 mm. The casing weighs just 270 grams.
Films for the Fujifilm Klasse W
The compact camera is designed for 35mm format. 35mm films are still manufactured today and are quite easy to get. Thereby all films in the sensitivity range of ISO 25 and ISO 3200 fit.
Possible films for the Fujifilm Klasse W are the Kodak Portra 400* for color photos and the Kodak TRI-X 400* for B&W images. The color film is processed in the C-41 process. This is offered by almost every photo lab. The black and white film goes into a proper black and white developer. The photo chemistry for the development can be easily ordered online.
The exposure area of the Fujifilm Klasse W is 24 mm x 36 mm. At this size, one normal roll of film (135-36) will usually fit at least 36 photos. The film in the camera is transported automatically.
The power source of the camera is a CR2 battery (eBay / Amazon*). It supplies power to the camera, the built-in flash, and the LCD screen.
Production of the Fujifilm Klasse W has ended and today you can only buy it used. The state of preservation and functionality determine the price of the camera.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 28 mm |
| Biggest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 30 cm / 0.984 ft |
| Focus | Autofocus |
| Lens design | 6 elements in 5 groups |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 1/2 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 3200 |
| Auto DX | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic, Aperture priority |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Date imprinting | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash recycle time | circa 4 seconds |
| Flash modes | Red-eye reduction |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 1x CR2 battery |
| Size | 12,3 x 6,35 x 3,85 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.84 x 2.50 x 1.52 inches |
| Weight | 270 Grams |
| Estimated value / Used price | 998,00 Euro 1626,611472,53975,177755,14859,46167290,2911671,421076,32 Estimate based on used prices of 4 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 13.5.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 736,09 Euro (796.65 US-Dollar) |