Kodak Disc 3100 (1984–1987)

A compact snapshot camera for Kodak's VR disc film format. Built from 1984 to 1987, with a built-in electronic flash and a 9-volt battery.

Overview

The Kodak Disc 3100 is a point-and-shoot snapshot camera made for consumer use with the short-lived Kodak VR disc film format. Kodak sold it between 1984 and 1987 as part of its push into compact, easy-to-use photography systems. It has a copper-colored faceplate and a built-in electronic flash, all powered by a single 9-volt PP3 battery. There are two shutter speeds, 1/100 and 1/200 second. Operation is simple, aimed at casual photographers who wanted something pocketable.

Specifications

Film Format	VR disc format film
Shutter Speeds	1/100, 1/200
Flash	Built-in electronic flash
Power	9 volt PP3 battery

Design

The Kodak Disc 3100 has a copper-colored faceplate. It is described as a compact, pocketable snapshot camera with a built-in flash, and the design stays simple and portable.

Context

The Kodak Disc 3100 belonged to Kodak's disc camera line, which saw brief popularity after the system's 1982 debut. The format didn't last long. It was an ambitious attempt to modernize consumer film photography with smaller cartridges and compact camera bodies.

Market

The original price of the Kodak Disc 3100 was 48, though the currency is not specified. Used units currently ask $30 to $40 in recent online listings.