Kodak Ektar H35N
A half-frame 35mm reusable film camera produced under license by Reto Production Ltd. using the Kodak brand.
Overview
The Kodak Ektar H35N is a half-frame 35mm film camera built to be simple. RETO, a Kodak brand licensee, developed it, and Reto Production Ltd. makes it in Hong Kong. The lens has a fixed aperture and no focusing, so it suits casual shooting and people new to film. It shoots half-frame images, which gets you up to 72 exposures from a standard 36-exposure roll of 35mm film. The H35N has a retro-inspired look, a built-in star filter and a built-in flash. One AAA battery powers it.
Specifications
| Focal Length | 22mm |
| Aperture | f/8 to f/11, fixed-aperture |
| Shutter | 1/100s, with bulb function |
| Focus | Focus-free, effective from 1m to infinity |
| Lens Construction | 2-element: 1 glass lens, 1 aspherical acrylic lens |
| Lens Type | Coated glass lens |
| Viewfinder | Optical |
| Flash | Built-in, powered by AAA battery (not included) |
| Battery | 1x AAA |
| Special Features | Built-in star filter |
| Film Format | 35mm, half-frame |
| Dimensions | 110(W) x 62(H) x 39(D) mm (2.4 x 4.3 x 1.5 in) |
| Weight | 110 g (3.9 oz) |
| Materials | ABS / Aluminium |
| Lens Mount | Fixed |
| Self-Timer | No |
Context
The Kodak Ektar H35N shares a product line with the similar H35 model. That suggests a series of licensed film cameras that put classic Kodak branding on modern production. It is marketed as an entry-level analog camera, and it appeals to new film users and to people who want the nostalgic design.
Market
As of late 2025, the Kodak Ektar H35N sold for around $52 to $75, depending on region and retailer. It is noted for its charm and ease of use. Long-term reliability is uncertain, and one source says you can use it "for as long as the camera decides to work."
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