Ansco 235 (1979)
A compact 35mm point-and-shoot camera with built-in flash, produced in 1979.
Overview
The Ansco 235 is a 35mm point-and-shoot viewfinder camera released in 1979. Designed for simplicity, it features a fixed-focus lens and built-in electronic flash, making it suited for indoor or low-light snapshots. It was marketed as an affordable, ultra-compact flash film camera, with versions available with and without flash. The camera includes a lens cover, viewfinder, picture counter, and an on/off switch for the flash. Described by users as a "cheap focus-free" camera, it was intended for casual use where ease of operation and flash capability were priorities.
Specifications
| Film Format | 35mm |
| Lens | Fixed focus f5.6 lens |
| Flash | Built-in flash |
| Dimensions | 136x71x54 mm |
Market
The Ansco 235 with flash originally sold for $7.00 in 1979. In 2015, it was estimated to be worth $5.00 in good condition. Current listings for untested or used units range from $10.99 to $75. Common signs of age include external wear, as expected with vintage items. A user manual is available through archival sources, aiding maintenance and operation.
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