Kodak KB 35

The Kodak KB 35 is a 35mm camera. It was offered by Eastman Kodak in the late 90s. The model is a version of the KB 30, differing in the possibility of date imprinting in the images.

The 35mm camera comes with a fixed lens. 30mm is the focal length of the lens. The largest aperture of the camera is f/8 and also the only available aperture setting. The distance setting of the lens cannot be changed. The minimum distance to the subject is 1.2 meters.

The 35mm photo camera has readers for the sensitivity of the film. Using the code on the cartridge of the films, the camera can determine whether the film is ISO 100, 200 and 400. Depending on the sensitivity, the camera sets a different strength of the built-in flash. With an ISO 100 film, the maximum range is up to three meters.

You can choose between different modes for the flash. Thus, there is a fill-in flash and also the option to turn the flash off completely. There is also a red-eye prevention mode. However, there are no settings for the exposure. The aperture and shutter speed are fixed. The shutter speed is set to 1/100 second. You can’t take long exposures with the camera, but the tripod socket is still handy for taking pictures with the self-timer.

Power is supplied by two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*). The batteries are necessary for the flash, but also for the motor for transporting the film. For the clock in the camera, an additional CR-2025 battery (eBay / Amazon*) is needed. This type is usually found a bit heavier than AA batteries. However, it usually lasts quite a long time and therefore rarely needs to be replaced.

Films for the Kodak KB 35

What kind of films are needed for the Kodak KB 35? The camera is designed for 35mm films. Nice 35mm films for color or black and white images are the Kodak Ultramax 400* and the Kodak T-Max 400*. Of course, you can also reach for films from manufacturers like Ilford, Adox, Foma or others.