Petri Color 35E
The Petri Color 35E Is a compact Japanese 35mm camera released In 1970. It was designed as a "fully automatic" version of the original Petri Color 35 to compete with popular pocketable camera's like the Rollei 35. This camera was marketed for It's ease of use and ultra - compact design, making it a favorite for everyday "point-and-shoot" photography. Here are It's key features.
Fully Automatic Exposure :
Unlike It's predecessor, the "E" In the name stands for Eletric Eye. The camera features a CdS light meter that automatically sets both the shutter speed and the aperture for you.
Collapsible 40mm F/2.8 Lens :
The camera Is equipped with a high - quality Petri 40mm f/2.8 color-corrected lens. To keep the camera "pocketable" the lens collapses into the body when not In use.
- Note : A red warning screen appears In the viewfinder If you try to take a photo while the lens Is still retracted.
Zone/Scale Focusing System :
This Is a Scale - Focused camera, meaning you don't see the focus change In the viewfinder. Instead, you estimate the distance to your subject and turn the lens ring to the corresponding distance maker ot pictograph.
Circle - Eye Metering :
The light meter sensors are positioned directly around the lens. This Is a clever design because If you put a filter over the lens, the meter automatically sees through the filter and adjusts the exposure without any extra math from the photographer.
Viewfinder Information :
Despite It's small size, the viewfinder provides helpful feedback :
- Parallax Marks : Small lines to help you frame correctly when taking close - up shots.
- Low - Light Warning : A red signal appears In the viewfinder If there Isn't enough light for a proper exposure.
Technical Specs At A Glance :
- Film Type : Standard 35mm (135 format)
- Shutter Speeds : Automatically range from 1/30th to 1/200th of a second.
- ISO Range : Supports Film Speeds From ASA 25 to 500 (ASA & ISO are the same)
- Power : Originally used a PX675 mercury battery - (Use LR44 Batteries)