Kodak Tele-Ektralite 600 (1980–1982)
A compact 110 film point-and-shoot camera with a dual-focal-length Reomar lens and built-in flash, produced by Kodak in the early 1980s.
Overview
The Kodak Tele-Ektralite 600 is a 110 film point-and-shoot camera made by Kodak in the United States from approximately 1980 to 1982. Designed for consumer snapshot use, it features a switched 22mm and 44mm Reomar lens, allowing two focal lengths in a single compact body. The camera has fixed focus and automatic exposure, simplifying operation for casual photographers. It runs on a single 9-volt alkaline battery and includes a built-in electronic flash for low-light shooting. Housed in a sleek black body, the Tele-Ektralite 600 was marketed as a portable, easy-to-use option for everyday photography during the height of the 110 cartridge format's popularity.
Specifications
| Lens | switched 22/44mm Reomar lens, f/8 |
| Flash | built-in electronic flash |
| Exposure | automatic exposure |
| Shutter | 2 speed |
| Film Format | 110 cartridge |
| Picture Size | 13 x 17 mm |
| Focus | fixed focus |
| Power | 1x 9-volt alkaline battery |
| Weight | 6.9 ounces |
| Color | black |
| Origin | USA |
| Original Price | $67.00 (USD) |
Design
The Tele-Ektralite 600 features a compact, point-and-shoot design with a sleek black body. The dual-focal-length lens system allows users to switch between 22mm and 44mm views without changing lenses, housed in a fixed-integral configuration. All controls are automated, supporting ease of use for novice photographers.
Market
As of current listings, examples of the Kodak Tele-Ektralite 600 are available untested, with prices ranging from under $10 to over $200 for units including the original box and manual. It was originally priced at $67.00 USD at launch.
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