Each disposable camera has a set amount of pictures (exposures) you can take with it. The standard is 27, but some come with as many as 36. If you’re heading out for a long day and anticipate lots of photos being taken, it might be better to invest in a disposable camera with more exposures so you can avoid taking a second camera with you. Possible pitfalls: As with any plastic-lensed little cheap camera, you’re going to have some level of unpredictable behavior. This may mean weird vignetting, or a few shots here and there looking sun-bleached, blurry, and woozy. Personally, I find these qualities to be part of the appeal of using a disposable. And for perspective, this camera is cheaper than most sandwiches in Los Angeles. Be the first to review “Ilford HP5 Plus 400 35mm Disposable Film Camera with Flash 27 Exposures” Cancel reply You wouldn't think there'd be new releases in disposable cameras, but Kodak just released this camera in Europe a few years ago, and now it's made its way to the States. The camera comes with 39 exposures—about a dozen more than you'll get with a standard digital camera—and it features the 800 ISO film that makes Kodak's much-loved FunSaver model a hit. Note that it's a daylight camera—there's no flash—so shoot inside at your own risk. However, it's perfect for capturing clear, crisp images at outdoor weddings and parties. Well, it looks better than most. The clear polycarbonate on the front protects the paper wrapper and keeps the camera looking good even when it’s covered in gaffer tape and dog saliva.

The Ilford HP5 Disposable Camera is a great choice for anyone looking to take beautiful photos without spending a fortune. This single-use camera comes loaded with 35mm film and has an ISO speed of 400, making it ideal for shooting in low light conditions. The simple design makes it easy to use, while the built-in flash ensures stunning images every time. It hadn’t and I hadn’t, but the first time it happened it wasn’t a great user experience. Also, it made me wish I’d been wearing sunglasses. ActualitiesOverall: These photos came out really well with good light conditions, but less impressive when I shot with darker light conditions or flash. Nominally rated at ISO 400. Ilford HP5 Plus film will give you negatives with outstanding sharpness and fine grain. Great results under all lighting conditions.

You can use disposable cameras as mini time capsules, or participate in camera swaps. There’s a huge community out there that loves these things. They even made Canny Cameras’ 10 Fixed Focus Wonders list. These plastic cameras have straightforward controls. It’s worth keeping a few things in mind when using them. So, whether you are using a Reusable or Disposable here are some tips to get the best images out of them: How To Get The Best From Your Reusable Film Camera. Overall: These are fun for anything, really. Obviously not pro quality, but good for the ease and price! We were excited to shoot with the new Kassha disposable camera loaded with 27 exposure Japan Camera Hunter StreetPan 400 film . This film is known for its’ contrast and punchy tones that can look really good when properly exposed which is the major flaw with this camera… This camera has a fixed aperture of f/9 with a shutter around 125th of second which would be fine for daylight shooting but since this film seems to be darker/needs to be overexposed it produced many dark images. Even with the flash, it produced dark images on occasion. And on top of that, its 31mm lens doesn’t have a wide depth of field which produces blurry images from roughly 15ft to infinity ( fixed focus 31mm lens). It’s the sweet spot for focus and its fast is 3-5 feet. If you’re looking to shoot a B&W disposable camera, we recommend the Ilford & Lomography cameras over this one. We’ve included some images below that show the good and the bad.

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So I dug through as much useful information as I could find, took some measurements and tried a couple things with the intention of sharing. Shadow patterns in a Denver alleyway. Another test of the red filter’s effect on the exposure, and another proof of the overexposure I expected. (Daniel J. Schneider) Basic specs

The average aperture of disposable cameras is f/11 or f/10. However, in low light, a smaller number corresponds to more light seen by the camera, which means a better quality image. Film type Overall, the Ilford Disposable Camera is an affordable, reliable option that will provide you with stunning shots every time! Ilford Disposable Camera Developing In theory, the lens has a focus range from about 5 feet out to infinity — pretty much like most box cameras, and consistent with an aperture around f/11. I didn’t find it particularly sharp in any instance, but things in the neighborhood of 10 to 15 feet away seemed sharpest. Infinity, for some reason, was sometimes the least sharp. and it wasn’t even consistent from frame to frame. The sharpness is inconsistently mediocre, in other words. For artistic creativity, the Lomography 35mm camera offers playful filters for shots. The tech isn’t exactly advanced, but it works brilliantly: the front of the camera has three plastic rectangles in yellow, magenta, and cyan attached that slip over the camera, and the resulting photos come with a wash of your chosen filter, plus a touch of graininess. It comes loaded with plenty of exposures, too: 36, compared to the standard 27 you get with most single-use cameras. There’s also a built-in flash, but take note that it works best for outdoor pictures, as indoor ones skew a little dark.

According to Ilford, the lens has a 30mm focal length and the aperture is f/9.5. The HP5+ film is, obviously, ASA 400. In addition, it’s easy to use and has user-friendly settings that allow you to get the perfect shot every time. Overall, this single-use camera is a great value for its price and offers high quality images that will last a lifetime! Ilford Xp2 Disposable Camera Your dedication to providing readers with a well-structured analysis of different disposable camera options is truly commendable. Your content not only simplifies the decision-making process but also highlights the unique features and benefits of each camera. Your expertise in the field shines through your detailed evaluations. However, some may claim disposable cameras produce low-quality images (they would not be entirely wrong though). But that’s what makes them so beautiful. There is no complex software or controls to bog them down. Since they are so simple to use, virtually anyone could take one out and start shooting. In comparison to digital, they produce inferior photos, so why would you use them? The thing is, these photographs are timeless, unique, and add an element of difference to your work. The Ilford Disposable Camera is a great choice for both amateur and professional photographers alike. This camera offers high quality images, with its 27 exposures of ISO 400 color film. Its simple design makes it easy to use and transport, plus the flash range reaches up to 8 feet making it ideal for low light conditions.

Possible pitfalls: The photos have come out kind of like I expected, grainy and similar to those from a toy camera such as a Lomo. This isn't without its charm, but it's going to produce photos with this slight ominous undertone. Also, the viewfinder isn't super reliable at gauging the framing of shots. Possible pitfalls: In low light, the photos can come out very grainy. The color filter interface [on the flash] is clumsy. Fifteen years ago, I used to shoot with the Holga camera, also from Lomo, that has a [similar] color flash and the quality on those was way higher and fun to use. Also, there are times you just want to capture the moment and not get wrapped up in the technical side – aperture, shutter speed, focus, etc. That’s where disposable cameras come in. With their fixed shutter speed, aperture, and focus, they take the thinking out of photography and just let you live in the moment.I found after developing that the frame spacing was a bit uneven. Several frames were touching each other, although none overlapped enough to be a problem.