Samsung AF Zoom 1050

The Samsung AF Zoom 1050 is a snapshot camera from the largest South Korean company. The camera’s casing is black and made of plastic.

The lens of the Samsung AF Zoom 1050 cannot be replaced. It comes with a 38 mm to 105 mm zoom lens. This is called the “Samsung Zoom Lens 38-105mm Super Macro”. The compact camera from South Korea has a built-in autofocus system. There is also a function for macro shots.

The Samsung AF Zoom 1050 has a built-in light meter. The exposure is set automatically by the camera. In low-light conditions, the built-in flash can be used. There is also a self-timer.

Two CR 123A batteries (eBay / Amazon*) provide the power supply. These are used for the LCD display, among other things. This type of battery can be easily purchased online. The cost of the batteries is kept within limits and they last for quite some time, depending on the usage.

Films for the Samsung AF Zoom 1050

The Samsung AF Zoom 1050 is a 35mm camera and requires 35mm film. This type of film is still produced and can be processed by most photo labs without any problems. A 35mm film for color photography is the Kodak Portra 400*. A possible black-and-white film is the AgfaPhoto APX 400*. Both films can convince in test reports.

The color film is a negative film and is processed in the C-41 development process. C-41 films are developed by almost all photo labs. The exposure area of the compact camera has a size of 24 mm x 36 mm. The film in the camera is transported automatically.

The 35 mm camera can only be found in used condition. Prices for a used copy of the South Korean camera are in the low single-digit euro range.