The Porst 126 Sport is a viewfinder camera. It was sold by Photo Porst in the 70s. It was produced in Singapore. The same model was sold under the name “Carena 126 Sport”.
The Porst 126 Sport is a simple plastic camera for the 126-cassette format. It is made of black plastic.
The Porst 126 Sport is a camera with a fixed lens and therefore does not offer the possibility to change the lens. The lens is named Porst Special and has a fixed focal length of 38 mm and a widest aperture of f/8.
However, it is not possible to focus the lens manually or use an autofocus function. The closest focusing distance is 1.5 meters, which means that objects closer than 1.5 meters cannot be focused. There are only two aperture settings.
Films for the Porst 126 Sport
The Porst 126 Sport is designed for the 126-cassette format. Unfortunately, no films are made for this format. There is no alternative or substitute.
The negatives of the camera are 28 x 28 mm. The film in the camera must be rewound manually, as there is no automatic film transport.
The dimensions of the Porst 126 Sport are 11 x 7 x 4.8 cm. The Porst 126 Sport is no longer in production. The state of preservation and the functionality decide the price of the camera. However, you won’t get more than a few euros for the cameras today.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 126 |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Focal length | 38 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 150 cm / 4.92 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/50 second |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Connection for flash cubes |
| Flash sync speed | 1/50 s |
| Tripod mount | No |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | Not necessary |
| Company name of the brand | Photo Porst |
| Country of production | Singapore |
| Estimated value / Used price | 14,55 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 8 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 18,89 Euro (19.48 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 17,79 Euro (18.40 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 15,81 Euro (16.24 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Porst 126 Sport
What type of camera is the Porst 126 Sport?
It's a simple, point-and-shoot camera made of black plastic. It uses 126 film cartridges, a format no longer in production. This makes it primarily a collector's item.
Can I change the lens on this camera?
No, the Porst 126 Sport has a fixed lens, the 'Porst Spezial', with a 38mm focal length and a fixed aperture of f/8. There's no option to change lenses or adjust focus manually.
How far can I focus with the camera?
The closest focusing distance is 1.5 meters. Anything closer than that will be out of focus. The camera has no autofocus; it's a simple fixed-focus system.
Where was the camera made and when?
The Porst 126 Sport was manufactured in Singapore and sold by Photo Porst in West Germany during the 1970s. It was also sold under the name Carena 126 Sport.
Is the device still in production, and what is its film format?
No, this camera is no longer produced. It uses 126 film cartridges, which are unfortunately obsolete and no longer manufactured, limiting its practical use today.