Houghton Ensign All Distance Pocket No.1 (black)

The Ensign All Distance Pocket No.1 (black) is an early and pragmatic example of a 35mm camera designed for the amateur market, introduced by Houghton in 1928. Utilizing the emerging 135 film format, it aimed to provide the portability and convenience of roll film while offering the image quality associated with the smaller 35mm frame. Its "All Distance" moniker likely refers to a simple fixed-focus lens or basic focusing system suitable for typical snapshot distances, embodying the "point-and-shoot" ethos of the era. Constructed as a compact, folding metal body camera, it represents an accessible step towards modern miniature photography for the average consumer.