The Porst 135 C is a rangefinder camera from Porst. It was sold to photographers by the West German photo dealer in the 1970s. The country of production for this private label model is Japan. The new price at the time of the presentation was around 180 German Mark.
The lens of the Porst 135 C is fixed. The focal length is 38 mm. The largest aperture is f/2.7. The label of the lens is “Color spezial 1:2,7/38 mm”. The model has no autofocus system. It is manually focused. The rangefinder can determine whether the subject is sharp or not.
In the inside of the camera an exposure meter is built in. The exposure meter was designed for films with ISO value between 25 and 400.
The Porst 135 C has a bulb mode built-in. An external strobe or a flash unit can be connected to the Hot Shoe. In the Porst 135 C is a thread for a tripod built-in. In addition, there is a connector for a cable release and a self-timer.
The camera has a weight of 340 grams. The dimensions are 11,2 x 7,5 x 5,3 cm.
Films for the Porst 135 C
The Porst 135 C uses 35mm film. For this film format, there is still a good selection of material for color and black and white images. A great film choice for color photos is the Kodak Portra 160* and for black and white pictures the Ilford HP5*. Both are an awesome choice to take important pictures.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Rangefinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 38 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.7 |
| Focus | Manual |
| Rangefinder | Yes |
| Exposure times | 1/650 second to 1/30 second, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 400 |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Size | 11,2 x 7,5 x 5,3 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.41 x 2.95 x 2.09 inches |
| Weight | 340 Grams |
| Company name of the brand | Photo Porst |
| Estimated value / Used price | 42,66 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 11 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 28,86 Euro (30.31 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 33,79 Euro (35.72 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 37,73 Euro (40.05 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Porst 135 C
Is the Porst 135 C camera automatic or manual focus?
The Porst 135 C uses manual focus. You have to adjust the focus yourself using the rangefinder. There's no autofocus system.
What kind of lens does this compact camera have?
It has a fixed 38mm lens, described as a 'Color spezial 1:2,7/38 mm'. This means it's a prime lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.7.
What film type does the camera use?
The Porst 135 C uses standard 35mm film. You can use both color and black and white film.
Can I use a flash with the camera?
Yes, it has a hot shoe for connecting an external flash. This allows you to use additional lighting for your photos.
How heavy is the camera and what are its dimensions?
The camera weighs 340 grams and measures 11.2 x 7.5 x 5.3 cm. It's a relatively compact and lightweight device.