Werlisa 2000 Color

The Werlisa 2000 Color is a viewfinder camera. She was sold under the Spanish brand Werlisa. It was probably made by another company.

This camera model has a lens that is not interchangeable. The name of the lens is “Anastigmatic Certex Boltar”. The aperture of the lens is limited to a maximum of f/2.8 with a focal length of 45 mm.

The camera requires manual focus adjustment as it does not have an autofocus function. The optimal distance to the subject is 120 cm. Focusing is done by turning the lens from 1.2 m to infinity. The camera does not have a range finder.

In addition to the focus, the shutter speed and aperture must also be set manually. The aperture is marked with values of f/2.8, f/4, f/5.6, f/8, f/11 and f/16. You can choose between 1/125 s, 1/60 s and 1/30 s for the shutter speed. The photo camera has a bulb mode for taking pictures with long exposure times.

The sensitivity of the film can be adjusted on the lens. However, this seems to be more of a reminder and less of a real use as the camera doesn’t have a light meter. The manufacturer’s instructions do not explain the setting option.

The connection for devices with a hot shoe on the camera can be used to use an external flash. If you use an external flash, you should set the shutter speed to 1/30 second.

The 35mm camera has a tripod socket on the bottom of the body, which is helpful for group photos or long exposures with Bulb mode. Batteries are not required for photography.

Films for the Werlisa 2000 Color

The Werlisa 2000 Color absolutely needs photo film, especially 35mm film, in order to function properly. Even though there are different types of film today, the 35mm format is still appreciated, which is why some manufacturers continue to produce it.

When taking photos with the Werlisa 2000 Color, an area of 24 mm x 36 mm is captured. Typically, a standard roll of film has room for around 36 exposures. To fast forward, the camera owner has to act manually as there is no automatic drive. However, there is a quick-release lever for operation. A frame counter on the top of the case shows the number of photos taken.

If the film is full, the film must be rewound. To do this, a small button on the housing must be pressed. Now the film can be rewound into the cartridge with the crank. The back wall can then be opened and the film removed.

For colorful images with this camera, the Fujifilm Superia 400* is the best choice, while for monochrome shots, the Ilford HP5* is preferred. Films from other brands can of course also be used.

Color image development is based on the C-41 process, which is used by most photo labs. There are different approaches to developing monochrome films. Either you take them to a photo lab or you develop them yourself at home with the right equipment.