KODAK FunSaver 35mm Single Use Camera

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The FunSaver comes in two varieties: a standard 27-shot version and a bumper 39-shot model (or, as Kodak phrases it, 27 with 12 extra). The 39-shot version will usually offer you better per-shot value and so is definitely worth keeping an eye out for. The Kodak FunSaver comes from a very different era of American consumer product design. Unlike the Brownie (specifically the wildly popular No. 2), which featured metal construction and a glass lens, the FunSaver is made from plastic, some paper, and more plastic. For better and worse, the FunSaver is completely emblematic of the philosophy of expendability that characterized mass-market design in the 1980s, ‘90s and early 2000s.

Depending on how you plan to use your disposable camera, a built-in flash can be important. Most single-use cameras come loaded with ISO 400 or ISO 800 film combined with a preset aperture and shutter speed that should ensure well-exposed outdoor images. If you want to take pictures indoors or in the evening, however, you’ll need a camera with a flash.The First Disposable Camera". Modern Mechanix. September 1949. ISSN 0025-6587. Archived from the original on 2011-09-27 . Retrieved 2008-11-25.

Ferrania Dual Cassette System". Ferrania Technologies. Archived from the original on 2006-10-23 . Retrieved 2006-11-17. He is a Fellow of The Royal Society of Arts, holds a Foundation Degree in Equitation Science and is a Master of Arts in Publishing. He is member of Nikon NPS and has been a Nikon user since the film days using a Nikon F5 and saw the digital transition with Nikon's D series cameras and is still to this day the youngest member to be elected in to BEWA, The British Equestrian Writers' Association. The lens of the FunSaver is also exceptional by disposable camera standards. The 30mm f/10 lens found in the FunSaver features two aspherical plastic elements, which helps it achieve a sharpness uncommon in disposables. The lens’ center sharpness is good, while the aberrations and vignetting that occur (quite rampantly) in the corners give a pleasant, casual character akin to those loved by Lomography weirdos. While the images it makes won’t hold a candle to any high falootin’ glass or multi-element lens, the FunSaver delivers a considerably better image than should be expected, even beating some of the cheapest fixed-focus, non-disposable point-and-shoots.Disposable cameras are popular with tourists and people traveling around the world to save pictures of their adventures. The Kodak FunSaver is like all single-use cameras with a simple plastic lens, manual film advance, and 27 exposures. The Kodak FunSaver comes with a built-in flash and loaded with Kodak film. Color and contrast are pretty good, especially considering it’s a single-use camera with a small, plastic lens. Shot count is a biggie. While the majority of disposable cameras offer 27 shots, you can find models that take up to 39 shots. While these higher-capacity cameras tend to command a higher upfront cost, they’ll usually offer better value overall as most labs charge a flat rate for processing.

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Contemporary disposable cameras aren't just cheap plastic – manufacturers have stepped up their game, and the little shooters are much more resilient than they used to be. They aren't even as wasteful as you might think: single-use cameras are eminently recyclable, and many of the firms that produce them, like Kodak and Fujifilm, will break them down to reuse the parts in another batch rather than throwing them away. Grundberg, Andy (1988-03-20). "CAMERA; This Newcomer Is Disposable". The New York Times . Retrieved 2007-12-27.

Discovering beauty with disposable cameras / Korea Times". Archived from the original on 2012-02-04 . Retrieved 2009-09-13. Disposable cameras are bare-bones film cameras designed for single-use operation. They come pre-loaded with a roll of 35mm film, and the shutter speed, aperture and focus are all preset. Most disposables come with a flash that you can toggle on and off, but other than that you simply need to point and shoot. The film is advanced after each shot by rotating a thumb wheel, and once you reach the end of the roll, there’s no need to rewind or remove the film canister – instead, you drop the whole camera off for development. Where can I get disposable cameras developed? The FunSaver uses a 30mm F10 lens. The combination of a wide-angle focal length and an F10 aperture means there's no focusing mechanism at play. The FunSaver is quite literally a point-and-shoot camera. The FunSaver's lens includes a pair of plastic aspherical lens elements, which capture surprisingly sharp images considering that it's a cheap, single-use camera. Charge manual flash before every picture, Available in 27 exposures, Lightweight and compact, Loaded with Kodak 800 speed Whether you're searching for 'disposable cameras' as a quality investment for your photography passion, a creative outlet, or a fun tool to introduce your kids to the joy of capturing moments, Wilkinson Cameras has got you covered. Explore our range, and experience the thrill of film photography as each snapshot transforms into a tangible keepsake.Throw-Away Cameras Gain A Loyal Following in Japan". The New York Times. 1993-01-01 . Retrieved 2007-12-27. Most disposable or single-use cameras come with built-in 35mm film, in either 27 or 36 exposures. Some differ in ISO, typically either 400 or 800, but also sometimes 200. ISO determines how sensitive the film camera will be to light, and, in turn, what type of settings it will work best. If you’re planning to use your disposable camera at an indoor event like a party or wedding, it’s wise to choose one with ISO 800 film as it will perform better in low-light situations. Higher ISO does produce photos that appear more grainy, but that adds to the old film look. If you plan on using your single-use camera outdoors in the daylight, a lower ISO will work well with the brighter setting, so your photos don’t look washed out. This wasn’t by choice; the FunSaver was just about the only camera that could be safely handled and operated (and dropped) by a hyperactive six-year-old. And it did as advertised – it made photography simple and fun, and helped me make countless terrible childhood field trip snapshots. At first glance, the FunSaver looks like a toy. And with a design and a name more at home in a Toys R Us than at a camera store, the Kodak FunSaver is a toy. A closer look at the camera affirms this idea. Build quality is straight up consumer grade, complete with a loose shutter button made of flimsy gray plastic, a paper cover for the flash button, and a loud, rough advance wheel.