The Kodak Ektar H35 is a point-and-shoot half frame 35mm camera that’s as simple as they come.

So, that’s 48 exposures on a 24 exposure film and 72 on a 36 exposure film.

The H35 is enjoyable in its simplicity, pocketable, nicely designed and reduces the cost of film.

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But whether or not it’s one of thebest film camerasis debatable.

The H35 is available in four colors: black, brown, sand and sage.

Like I’ve said already, it’s basically a disposable camera remade as reusable.

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Although saying that, disposable cameras are probably more robust despite being single-use.

There’s a built-in flash that’s activated by turning the wheel around the lens.

The viewfinder is also small, but it’s perfectly adequate for composing shots.

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you’re able to pretty much switch your brain off while using it.

Should I buy the Kodak Ektar H35?

There are better options out there both new and second-hand, and not always for much more money.

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The cost per film quickly adds up.

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Kodak Ektar H35 front of camera on a gray sofa

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Kodak Ektar H35 back of camera

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Kodak Ektar H35 top view on a sofa

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Kodak Ektar H35 with the film door open

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Kodak Ektar H35 with film being loaded

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Kodak Ektar H35 and accessories

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Kodak Ektar H35 in its carry case

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Photo of a bridge in Cambridge taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Street photo taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Photo of fruit taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Photo of a street scene taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Photo of cracked paint taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Street photo taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Street photo of a man with patches on his jacket taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Photo of a no entry sign taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Photo of a spaceship model taken with the Kodak Ektar H35 half frame camera

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Kodak Ektar H35 close-up of the front of the camera

Kodak Ektar H35 close-up of the front

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