Kodak Disc 3600 (1986)

A compact disc film camera Kodak introduced in 1986. It runs on AA batteries and has a 12.5mm glass lens and a motorized film advance.

Overview

The Kodak Disc 3600 is a compact disc film camera from 1986, part of Kodak's short-lived disc film system. It was built for ease of use. It has a motorized film advance, a manual slide-open lens cover and the classic 1980s compact shape. It shares its design and mechanical identity with the Challenger model, which suggests shared manufacturing or a reused platform.

Specifications

Film Format	Disc film
Power Source	Two AA batteries
Lens Focal Length	12.5mm
Lens Construction	4 glass elements
Warranty Period	3 years from date of purchase
Drive System	Motorized film advance
Lens Cover	Manual slide open/close

Design

The Kodak Disc 3600 features a compact, angular 1980s design with a manual slide-open lens cover that protects the 12.5mm 4-element glass lens. Film advance is motorized, relying on two AA batteries for operation. The body includes a viewfinder and is built for simplicity, reflecting Kodak’s focus on consumer-friendly automation during the disc film era.

Market

In recent listings, used Kodak Disc 3600 cameras sell for between $6 and $16, and some come with the original box and manual. An instruction manual alone is listed for $8.00. Sellers occasionally call them "rare finds," and conditions range from "used - good" to "untested."