The Phoenix P2 was sold under the Phoenix brand. Cosina was responsible for building the camera. They also offered the model as “Cosina C2”.
The Phoenix P2 offers the possibility of interchangeable lenses. This is possible trough the Pentax K lens mount. The Phoenix P2 does not provide an autofocus function. The focus is set manually.
The 35mm camera has an exposure meter. It was designed for films with a speed of ISO 25 to ISO 3200. The exposure meter is designed to measure exposure through the lens of the camera. The aperture and shutter speed can be freely selected.
The 35mm camera comes with a bulb mode. An external flash device can be fired via the built-in hot shoe. The Phoenix P2 has a thread for a tripod and a connection for a cable release. In addition, there is a self-timer.
The camera has a weight of 370 grams. The dimensions are 13,8 x 8,8 x 5,8 cm. The needed energy for the camera is provided by two LR44 batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Phoenix P2
Without photo films, nothing works with the Phoenix P2. The camera needs 35mm films more precisely. 35mm films are still produced by different manufacturers. For black-and-white shots, you can go to with the Ilford XP2 Super*. For color images, the Kodak Gold 200* is a possibility.
The color film is designed for development in the C-41 process. This development process is carried out by all photo laboratories offering the development of 35mm films.
The camera can be bought today only used. The price you pay for a used copy of the Phoenix P2 depends on the condition and functionality.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Single lens reflex camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Lens mount | Pentax K lens mount |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/1000 second to 8 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 3200 |
| Exposure modes | Aperture priority, Manual mode |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Flash sync speed | 1/60 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x LR44 batteries |
| Size | 13,8 x 8,8 x 5,8 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 5.43 x 3.46 x 2.28 inches |
| Weight | 370 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Cosina |