Kodak · Point & Shoot

Kodak M35

The budget entry point: a new, guaranteed-working 35mm point-and-shoot with flash for about the price of two rolls of film.

~$25–50 typical used price · updated 2026-09-23

Cheapest way inBuilt-in flash35mm point & shoot

01Quick character

Warmth
Contrast
Sharpness
Vignette
Unpredictability

Editorial guidance, not lab measurements — examples vary, and film & processing change the result.

02Best for

Use cases: Learning · Everyday

Control: Point and shoot

Beginner friendly: 5/5

Portability: 5/5

What it feels like

A point & shoot with fixed focus focusing and automatic exposure — The budget entry point: a new, guaranteed-working 35mm point-and-shoot with flash for about the price of two rolls of film.

03Key specifications

Format35mm
Camera typePoint & Shoot
Lens31mm f/10
FocusingFixed focus
ExposureAutomatic
FlashBuilt-in
Production2021–present

Known buying issues

  • Fixed focus and small aperture need daylight
  • Plastic construction
  • Flash recycle is slow

04Used buying checklist

  • New camera — check battery door
  • Confirm flash charges
  • Test film advance

When possible, test a camera before buying — or buy from sellers with real return policies.

05Film pairings

Recommendations, not guarantees — exposure, processing and scanning change the final look.

Kodak Gold 200

Simple, warm color for a simple camera.

Kodak Ultramax 400

Extra speed for indoor and flash shooting.

06Current price options

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