Haking Junior F

The Haking Junior F is a simple viewfinder camera from the Haking company based in Hong Kong. There are other versions with the same name, “Junior”. Both the Junior and the Junior G come with a hot shoe connection. The Junior G also has a handle on the front.

Featuring a built-in lens, the 35mm camera has a focal length of 45mm. This lens is marked as “Hakinon Lens Color Corrected Lens f=45mm”. However, with this camera, one shouldn’t expect top image quality.

The camera’s focus is fixed, meaning it cannot be adjusted manually or via autofocus. To ensure clear photos, one should maintain a minimum distance of 1 to 1.5 meters from the subject.

It has a maximum aperture of about f/8 and provides three exposure options. Depending on the film and lighting conditions, you can choose a suitable setting, aided by weather icons. This selection affects the aperture value. The camera doesn’t have an exposure meter and lacks electronic exposure control. The aperture value is the only adjustment available on this device.

An external flash can be triggered via the built-in flash connection, but this isn’t a connection for hot shoe flashes.

Being a mechanical device, the camera doesn’t require batteries to operate, eliminating the need to search for them.

Film Material for the Haking Junior F

According to the instructions, the Haking Junior F requires 35mm films. Despite the simplicity of the camera, these films are readily available and can be developed in most photo labs.

The film image format is 24mm x 36mm, allowing for about 36 shots per film roll.

The Fujifilm Superia 400* is ideal for photographers looking for vibrant color shots. However, black-and-white enthusiasts tend to lean towards the Kodak T-Max 400*. Both films are suitable for everyday shots and provide reliable results.

The color film is developed using the C-41 process, a service most photo labs offer. The mentioned black-and-white film should be treated with a suitable developer.

To move from one shot to the next, the photographer must manually advance the film using a thumbwheel provided on the back.

When the film reaches its end, it must be rewound. By pressing a button on the bottom and turning a crank, the film is returned to its cartridge. After that, one can open the back and remove the film.