Make Kodak Model Retina II (type 014) Year 1949-1950 Format 35mm Shutter Compur Rapid Speed B, 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 250, 500 Lens Rodenstock Retina-Heligon f2 50mm Focus 1m – ∞ Aperture f2 – 16 Light… Read More ›
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Kodak Boy Scout
This is the Kodak Boy Scout. I picked up this camera at a camera show near Washington, DC a few months ago and while I have not yet run film through it, I wanted to post it on the website… Read More ›
Kodak Linagraph Shellburst 5474 (in a disposable camera)
This is Kodak Linagraph Shelburst film, originally developed for military use in recording aerial shell explosions, or at least for photographing objects against a bright sky (UFOs anyone?) I am blown away by both the film and camera. These shots… Read More ›
Kodak Instamatic 500
This camera, the Kodak Instamatic 500, was made in Germany between 1963 and 1966. It is the high end of the Instamatic line. Its clean design is solid and attractive, in a Werra sort of way. Make Kodak Model Instamatic… Read More ›
Kodak Retina I (Type 148)
The collection of Retinas continues to grow. This example was picked up at Central Camera in Chicago on my first trip to that photogenic city. As usual, the build quality is exceptional. The Type 148 feels very similar to the… Read More ›
Kodak Retina IIa (type 016)
Visually, this Kodak Retina IIa (type 016), is a little crunchy. However, the mechanical components are near perfect. This sturdy 35mm folding rangefinder typifies what I like about the Retina lineup and why I have a mini-collection within my collection… Read More ›
Kodak Stereo Camera
The Kodak Stereo Camera surprised me, compared to the lightweight and somewhat flimsy design of the Graflex Stereo Graphic, it feels robust and substantial in hand. It appears easy to use, with self-cocking shutter, smooth focus, and spirit level. Make… Read More ›
