The Porst 135 E electronicblitz is a rangefinder camera. It was distributed by the West German photo dealer Photo Porst in the 1970s. The model was built by Cosina. Cosina offered a similar model as Cosina 35 FR.
The lens of the Porst 135 E is not interchangeable. The focal length is 38 mm. The largest aperture is f/2.7. The manufacturers name of the lens is Porst Color-Spezial 1:2.7/38mm. The camera does not provide autofocus system. Focusing is manual. The built-in rangefinder helps to do this.
The 35mm camera has an exposure meter. It is suitable for films with ISO 25 bis ISO 400. A flash is built in for pictures in low light situations. The Porst 135 E has a built-in self-timer. It also comes with a thread for a cable release and tripod.
The dimensions of the 35mm camera are 13 x 7,8 x 5,3 cm. The weight of the Porst 135 E is 370 grams. It takes two 1,5 V batteries.
Films for the Porst 135 E
The Porst 135 E uses 35mm film. These are still easy to get today and development services are still around. A good choice of film is the Agfaphoto Vista 200* for color photographs and the Ilford Delta 400* for black-and-white images. You can take about 36 photos per roll. The photographer has to rewind the film manually.
Technical datasheet
Attribute | Specification |
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Type of Camera | Rangefinder camera |
Film format | 35mm |
Film transport | Manual |
Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
Focal length | 38 mm |
Biggest aperture | f/2.7 |
Focus | Manual |
Rangefinder | Yes |
Exposure times | 1/360 second to 1/64 second |
Light meter | CdS light meter |
Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 400 |
Exposure modes | Program automatic |
Flash | Integrated flash |
Tripod mount | Yes |
Cable release thread | Yes |
Self-timer | Yes |
Size | 13 x 7,8 x 5,3 cm |
Dimensions in inches | 5.12 x 3.07 x 2.09 inches |
Weight | 370 Grams |
Company name of the brand | Photo Porst |
Manufacturer | Cosina |
Country of production | Japan |
Estimated value / Used price | 48,00 Euro 78,2370,8246,90372,9941,348046,03561,3551,77 Estimate based on used prices of 3 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of 13.5.2024 |
Average used price in the year 2023 | 33,47 Euro (35.72 US-Dollar) |