The Kodak Ektar is a 35mm half frame camera. It shoots photos that are similar to a disposable camera, however this is reusable and shoots double the amount of photos! Coming in at around $40 is this camera worth buying in 2024?
I have put two rolls of film through my Ektar at the time of writing this. It is easily my favorite point-and-shoot that I currently own. There is so much to appreciate about a camera like this and I love taking photos on it.
I purchased this camera last year before studying abroad in Sweden. I had 0 experience with film at the time and did not know what to expect when I decided to purchase it. I purchased one roll of Kodak Gold 200 film and went on my way. Loading the film was rather simple and only took one try for me to get it right. Everything was quick and stress-free with this camera. It only took me 5 minutes to understand how to operate the camera.
It’s such a durable camera too. I have taken it on flights to Sweden and Florida in a carry on backpack filled to the brim. I have never had an issue with its durability. It may be made of plastic, but I trust the quality of the camera and don’t question it for a second when I pack it around with me. It admittedly feels cheaply made. But I feel like that makes it easier to take on more adventures and truthfully use to its full potential. At a decent cost, breaking it is no stress.
This camera is so simple and takes gorgeous photos. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to get into film photography. I never would have imagined that this camera would help me to fall in love with such a unique hobby. But after getting my first roll developed, I have not looked back. The camera is relatively cheap at $40, and is also a half frame camera which helps your wallet even more. You are getting so much out of your money. I have taken countless amazing photos that may not impress a professional, but I am proud of. I have grown my camera collection so much since this purchase but I still find myself putting new rolls of film in the Kodak Ektar because I know it will produce great photos.
This camera is what got me inspired to dive into the film community. That is what I love the most about the Ektar, it is just simple and fun. I don’t regret buying this camera at all and I will absolutely keep it as a part of my core rotation of cameras going forward.
