The Miranda Sharp Shooter was a camera model for the small purse. This camera for 35 mm photography came from the Haking factories. The plastic camera was available with a red housing.
Haking offered a functionally identical model as the Haking Quick. It was also sold under other names. An overview can be found under the link provided.
The unit has a permanent lens that cannot be replaced. The lens has a focal length of 33 mm. There is no provision for adjusting the focus on this model. A sliding door protects the lens.
The camera does not have an integrated exposure meter. The film speed can be regulated by means of a slider on the front. ISO 100/200, ISO 400 and ISO 1000 are available. Depending on the setting, the camera uses different apertures. The exposure time is always the same and is most likely in the range of 1/125 second.
An integrated flash enables low-light photography. The flash is activated by a slider directly below it. However, it does not have to be used for taking pictures.
The camera is powered by two AAA batteries (eBay / Amazon*). These are necessary to operate the flash. Without the flash, the batteries can be omitted.
Film options for the Miranda Sharp Shooter
The Miranda Sharp Shooter is suitable for 35mm film. These films are currently still readily available and development is possible in most laboratories. A suitable colour film would be the Kodak Gold 200*. For black and white photography, Ilford Delta 400* is suitable. Foma, Adox and Rollei are among other suppliers of 35mm film.
Colour film uses the C-41 process for development. This type of film can be processed by almost all developers. Black-and-white film can be developed in the studio or at home with the appropriate equipment. Instructions for this are available online.
A common roll of film can usually hold about 36 images. Film transport must be done manually by the photographer, both forwards and backwards. There is a button at the bottom and a crank at the top of the plastic housing for this purpose.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 33 mm |
| Biggest aperture | - |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | No |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | 2x AAA batteries |
| Manufacturer | Haking |
| Estimated value / Used price | 30,77 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 1.1.2024 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 32,25 Euro (34.64 US-Dollar) |