KODAKEKTAR H35N Half Frame Film Camera, 35mm, Reusable, Focus-Free, Bulb Function, Built-in Star Filter, Coated Improved Lens (Film & AAA Battery are not Included) (Glazed Orange)

This quirky half-frame camera brings an exciting twist to 35mm film photography. The EKTAR H35N's half-frame format cleverly doubles your shots per roll, making film photography more economical while creating interesting diptych possibilities. The striped silver finish gives it a sleek, retro-modern aesthetic that draws attention without being flashy.The focus-free lens delivers surprisingly sharp images for such a compact camera. While it may not match the precision of high-end SLRs, it consistently produces photos with pleasant contrast and minimal vignetting. The built-in star filter adds a creative option for light sources, though it's subtle enough not to overwhelm your shots.Operation is wonderfully straightforward - perfect for both film photography beginners and experienced shooters wanting a fun point-and-shoot. The bulb function is a welcome addition for low-light experimentation, though you'll need a steady hand or surface since there's no tripod mount. The improved coating on the lens does help reduce flare, though you'll still get some character in backlit situations.The build quality feels solid despite the lightweight plastic construction. One minor drawback is the slightly stiff film advance wheel, though it smooths out with use. The battery door could be more robust, but overall, the camera feels like it can handle daily carry. For anyone interested in film photography, whether as a primary camera or a creative tool, this half-frame offering from Kodak provides excellent value and unique creative possibilities.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

I bought an Ektar H35N for a light, cheap point & shoot travel camera. The idea purposes of this camera are: documenting daily life, travel, learning photography, and playing with different film types. (I’ve shot 35mm film professionally and as a hobby since the 1980s so I’ve used SLRs and other types of film cameras.) Pluses about the H35N: The camera’s half-frame format is just fine for casual photography, for sharing photos online, and can make decent 4x6 prints. You get twice the number of shots per roll (72 photos on a roll of 36, for example) so good value there. The camera is lightweight, yet the shutter button, film housing, and rewind crank feel solid, and it looks like a camera, unlike other options in this segment which resemble toys or science fair experiments. The glass lens element helps to keep the image sharp-ish across the entire frame, unlike all-plastic lenses which tend to have softer focus away from the center of an image. It accepts 30.5mm filters so you can add a ND filter for using 800 ASA film in daylight or a yellow filter for B&W film. The flash is good indoors and as a fill-in for shooting pictures in dim light. The bulb setting and tripod mount let you take long-exposure night shots or use low-speed film. The controls are very simple and viewfinder works OK. Minuses: The shutter speed is a little slow, so you have to be careful to hold it steady. This camera is best paired with 200 ASA film for travel photography. If you’re learning film, then this camera will help/force you to attend to the basics: how different film types affect your photos, paying attention to light, and thinking more about composition over fiddling with camera settings. Load it up with some cheap 200 ASA film and go make some pictures!

I love the design, light weight and durability of the plastic, but it did seem a little flimsy for the film door, it is a little bit more costly than needed so buy it on sale. The flash works great if you have good batteries, as for picture quality, I have no idea cuz I'm having issues getting the film developed.

Easy to use, fun point-and-shoot. I like my Lomourette better (if I had to choose only one half-frame camera) but this is good for the price and has fun features.

When I got my film developed only about quarter of the photos I took were actually on the film. The rest of the film was blank. I took photos with two separate rolls of films from 2 different manufactures, and they both had the same problem. I suspect it's an issue with the shutter. What's extra frustrating is that in the time it took me to take the photos and get them developed, the return period for the camera has closed. I will try to contact Amazon, but I suspect that they won't do anything. Very disappointing. I would highly recommend against purchasing.

Love this thing! Took me a whole year to shoot 72 frames but I was so pleased when I got it back. This was with Kodak gold 200. The star filter is great, adds a little haze and flare but remember to switch it off when you don’t need it or your photos will have a little extra grain. Over all this is a wonderful camera. I cherish these photos more than the ones taken with my iPhone!

I had my wedding photos taken on 35mm and I fell in love with the look and really wanted to learn on my own. I was so intimidated by film so I decided to start off with the Ektar so if I failed I hadn't wasted that much money. I just got the scans back from the first roll and I love this thing. I wish there were better instructions for how to load it but luckily there are lots of YouTube videos. Since I'm assuming other novices will buy this, don't open the back lol. I did (dumb rookie mistake) and ruined my last few frames but I had it open a long time and the rest were fine. So excited to keep shooting with this. Def worth the money to have them professionally developed but just what I was looking for.

It’s a cute camera and I get a lot of compliments on it but the flash never worked. I didn’t bother getting a new one because it gets the job done. Super easy to use, just point and shoot. Haven’t finished the roll yet but I expect 2000’s style quality.