Before we all had cameras in our pockets and even before affordable digital, point and shoot cameras, there was the humble disposable camera. A common addition to any holidaymaker’s suitcase and often found scattered around the tables at wedding receptions disposable cameras were the everyday persons go-to camera of choice. Despite the dominance of the camera phone and digital photography Continue Reading
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Kodak Alaris has launched a new single-use disposable camera in Europe. Called the Kodak Daylight Single Use Camera, this 800 ISO film camera can be used in low and high outdoor lighting conditions, according to the company, which bills it as an item ideal for parties, weddings, and similar events.
The Kodak Daylight Single Use Camera has a one meter to infinity focal length and 39 total exposures; however, it’s worth noting that this camera does not have a flash. The company announced the camera for the European market, and it appears to be available now from Amazon UK for £7.79. It’s unclear whether the company will launch the Daylight Single Use model in other markets.
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Before there were smartphones, disposable cameras used to be the go-anywhere cameras of choice for many casual photographers. If you are the nostalgic type, you can now get a simulated disposable camera experience on your iPhone, thanks to the new Gudak app by Korean startup Screw Bar.
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Like a real disposable camera, the app offers a “film roll” of 24 shots and a small viewfinder.
Shoot through that roll and, once you’ve finished, it is sent to the app’s “lab” where it’s kept for three days of processing. You also have to wait twelve hours until you can “insert” a new roll of film, which means you probably want to be pretty careful with your shot selection.
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Processed images show the typical color casts and occasional light leaks that should be familiar to anyone who has ever used a real disposable camera. If that sounds appealing (if a bit nostalgic and silly) to you, you can download the app now on the Apple App Store for $ 0.99. No word yet on an Android version.
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