Kodak Brownie Starlet Camera

Name/Title

Kodak Brownie Starlet Camera

Entry/Object ID

205

Tags

Iconic

Description

A vintage Bakelite-bodied camera designed for 127 roll film, producing 4x4cm square negatives. The Brownie Starlet features a simple fixed-focus Dakon lens and a single-speed rotary shutter. It is characterized by its minimalist design, featuring only a shutter release button, a film winding knob, and a sliding latch to open the camera for loading. This model includes two exposure settings—"Color" and "B&W"—which technically adjust the aperture between f/11 and f/16 to account for the different latitudes of film types available at the time. It includes a standard pin-socket on the side for attaching external flash units like the Kodalite. This specific example is accompanied by its original yellow and red Kodak graphic box, which adds significant value for collectors of mid-century Americana.

Category

Camera, 127 Film
Media Type

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Kodak

Date made

circa 1960

Accessories

Accessory

Original Box