Halina MW 35G

The Halina MW 35G is a camera model from the manufacturer Haking. In terms of design, it is reminiscent of a rangefinder camera, although its functions are rather limited. Its origin lies in a factory in Hong Kong.

It is equipped with a fixed 38mm lens and a fixed focus – there is no autofocus. There’s no built-in light meter, so only the aperture is manually adjustable. Three settings for aperture and two for film speed (ISO 100 and ISO 400) are available. The shutter speed is constant and probably around 1/125 second.

A plus point: an integrated flash is part of the equipment. The tripod thread on the underside ensures stability. There is also a thread for a cable release on the release button.

The power source is a pair of AA (eBay / Amazon*) batteries that primarily power the flash. An LED signals flash readiness.

Film selection for the Halina MW 35G

The camera is designed for 35mm film. Although digital is dominant today, these films are still available in the marketplace and photo processing services. So you can still use the camera today.

Frequently chosen films for this camera are the Kodak T-Max 100* for monochrome images and the Kodak Ultramax 400* for color images. The quality of these films was praised in tests.

The color film is processed using the C-41 process, a process familiar to many labs. Choosing the right developer is crucial for black and white film development. Recommendations for this can be found in the film packs.

The Halina MW 35G exposes an area of 24 mm x 36 mm. This means that a standard film of 36 frames has space for as many shots. There is an automatic motor to advance the film. An integrated frame counter informs about the number of shots taken.