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Kodak Bantam

Kodak·1935·Camera

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About

Because 35mm film originated as a stock for movie cameras, a large fraction of its width is taken up with sprocket holes—not a requirement in a stills camera. Thus, Eastman Kodak introduced an alternative "miniature" format, 828 film, consisting of paper-backed rolls 35mm wide, but having only one registration hole per image. This permitted an image area of 28×40 mm, increasing the image area nearly 30% compared to standard 35mm.

Specifications

Lens Type
Kodak Anastar 43mm f/3.5
Viewfinder
direct vision viewfinder
Flash Type
bulb flash
Dimensions
4.5 x 2.5 x 1.5 inches
Mount Type
fixed
Focus Type
fixed
Shutter Speed
1/40 to 1/200 sec
Metering Type
none (manual exposure)
Body Material
metal
Lens
Kodak Anastar 43mm f/3.5
Film Format
828
Viewfinder Type
direct vision
Weight
approximately 0.5 lbs

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