The Kodak EasyLoad 35 KE30 is a simple camera. It was built by Kodak in China in the early 00s. The functions of the camera are quite straightforward, but it is easy to use, because there is only a low error rate due to the few setting options.
The lens of the 35mm camera cannot be replaced. The focal length is unchangeable and is 29 mm. The largest available aperture is f/5.6. The distance setting of the lens is fixed and cannot be changed. The closest focusing distance of this lens is 1.2 m.
The camera has a built-in light meter. It has been designed for films with a sensitivity of ISO 100, ISO 200 and ISO 400. The Kodak EasyLoad 35 KE30 reads the ISO value via the DX code on the cartridge. The 35mm photo camera can automatically set the aperture and exposure time. The shutter speed is always 1/200 second.
The photo camera has a built-in flash. The flash range is up to 3.7 meters with an ISO 100 film. The higher the sensitivity, the higher the possible range. If desired, the flash can also be used in a fill-flash mode or it can be switched off completely. In addition, there is a mode for avoiding red eyes when taking portraits.
The Kodak EasyLoad 35 KE30 has a self-timer and a tripod socket. The self-timer has a lead time of ten seconds and is indicated by a flashing LED on the front.
Measuring 12.4 x 6.3 x 4.1 cm, the handy camera weighs 161 grams. On the right side there is an eyelet for a hand strap. The camera is powered by two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*). The batteries also supply power to the motor for film transport. This model comes with an EasyLoad system that is designed to make loading film into the camera as easy as possible.
Films for the Kodak EasyLoad 35 KE30
What film format is the Kodak EasyLoad 35 KE30 designed for? The camera exposes 35mm film. Films of this format are still easily available today and are also still being developed by many photo labs. One possibility for color images is the Kodak Ultramax 400* and the Kodak TRI-X 400* for black and white photos. Of course, you don’t have to resort to Kodak films, but you can also stock up on films from Fujifilm, Ilford, Adox and others.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Snapshot camera |
| Film format | 35mm |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 24 mm x 36 mm |
| Focal length | 29 mm |
| Biggest aperture | f/5.6 |
| Minimum focus distance | 120 cm / 3.936 ft |
| Focus | Fixed |
| Exposure times | 1/200 second |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Supported film speeds | ISO 100 to 400 |
| Auto DX | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Manual exposure settings | No |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 1,2 Meter - 3,7 Meter |
| Flash modes | Red-eye reduction |
| Flash sync speed | 1/200 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes, Self-timer function with 10 seconds lead time |
| Power supply | 2x AA batteries |
| Size | 12,4 x 6,3 x 4,1 cm |
| Dimensions in inches | 4.88 x 2.48 x 1.61 inches |
| Weight | 161 Grams |
| Country of production | China |