The Prinz Saturn 35 Auto is a 35mm camera. The model was built by the company Haking in Hong Kong. It is based on the Halina 35-600, which was sold to photographers by the Dixon company from Great Britain under the private label “Prinz”.
The lens of the 35mm camera is fixed. The name of the manufacturer for the lens is “Prinz Autocell 1:2.8 F=40MM”. The focal length is 40mm and the maximum aperture is f/2.8. Focusing the lens has to be done by hand. The camera has no autofocus function. The closest focusing distance is 80 cm.
The Prinz Saturn 35 Auto has a built-in light meter. This is designed for an ISO range from 25 to 400. The aperture can be freely selected.
An external flash light can be connected to the PC flash port or Hot Shoe for pictures. The 35mm photo camera has a connector for a cable release. There is also a thread for a tripod.
The camera requires a 1.35v PX625 mercury cell. Alternatively a V625U cell (eBay / Amazon*) can be used. Even better is probably the WeinCell replacement battery for PX625 (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Prinz Saturn 35 Auto
The Prinz Saturn 35 Auto exposes cartridges with 35mm film. Films of this format are still easy to get today and are still being developed. Possible films for the Prinz Saturn 35 Auto are the Fujifilm Superia 400* for color shots and the Ilford FP4 Plus* for b/w photos.
The color film is processed in the C-41 process. This development process is carried out by all photo laboratories offering the development of 35mm films.
The image size of the negatives of model have a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. The film in the camera must be winded manually, as there is no automatic film transport.
Similar versions
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- Pentor Automatic 35-600
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Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Viewfinder camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 40 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/2.8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 80 cm / 2.624 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Exposure times | 1/200 second, 1/40 second |
| Light meter | CdS light meter |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 25 to 400 |
| Exposure modes | Aperture priority |
| Auto DX (Film sensitivity) | No |
| Built-in flash | No |
| Flash Connection | Hot Shoe, PC-Flash |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | Yes |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | 1x PX625 battery |
| Manufacturer | Haking |
| Country of production | Hong Kong |
FAQ about the Prinz Saturn 35 Auto
Is the Prinz Saturn 35 Auto a manual focus camera?
Yes, it is. The Prinz Saturn 35 Auto lacks autofocus; you have to manually focus the lens. The closest focusing distance is 80 cm.
What kind of film does this camera use?
It uses standard 35mm film. You can use color or black and white film. Remember to advance the film manually after each shot.
Can I use a flash with the camera?
Yes, this camera has a PC flash sync connector (hotshoe) allowing you to attach an external flash. This enables you to take pictures in low light conditions.
What type of battery does the light meter need?
The built-in light meter requires a 1.35v PX625 mercury battery, but you can also use a V625U or a WeinCell replacement battery.
What's the lens on the camera like?
The camera has a fixed Prinz Autocell 1:2.8 f=40mm lens. It's a 40mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8, providing a standard field of view.