Kodak Brownie Target Six-16 (1946–1951)
A compact box-type camera that shoots 616 rollfilm for 2 1/2" x 4 1/4" exposures. Kodak introduced it in July 1946.
Overview
The Kodak Brownie Target Six-16 is a box-type camera for 616 rollfilm. It makes negatives 2 1/2" x 4 1/4". Kodak introduced it in July 1946 and discontinued it in November 1951. The body is metal. The rotary shutter has two settings: T (Time) and I (Instant, approximately 1/50 second). The original price was $4.00, which put it within reach of amateur photographers. It is nearly identical to the Kodak Brownie Target Six-20 in design and specifications. The difference is the film spool it takes.
Specifications
| Film Format | 616 rollfilm |
| Picture Size | 2 1/2" x 4 1/4" |
| Shutter | Rotary |
| Shutter Speeds | T, I (1/50 sec) |
| Body Material | Metal |
| Dimensions (w x h x d) | 90 x 138 x 141 mm |
| Weight | 635 g |
| Years Produced | 1946–1951 |
| Original Price | $4.00 |
Design
The Brownie Target Six-16 is manually operated and fixed-focus. The lens is not interchangeable. The rigid metal body makes it durable and simple to use.
Context
The Kodak Brownie Target Six-16 was part of Kodak’s push for simple, low-cost photography in the postwar consumer market. It was functionally equivalent to the Brownie Target Six-20. That let Kodak reuse tooling across models and change only the film spool chamber for the different formats.
Market
Collector value for the Brownie Target Six-16 is estimated at $10 to $15 in typical condition. One listing showed a complete example with original box at $52.99 plus $10.00 shipping, so well-preserved sets bring more.
Market Value
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eBay Listings
Recently sold on eBay: $15–$36 (median $21, based on 31 completed sales, past 12 months)
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