Kodak is hinting at the arrival of a brand-new 35mm compact camera, the Snapic A1, which appears to be designed with fun, creativity, and simplicity in mind. A series of social media teasers—ending with a detailed video—reveals several key features of this upcoming film model.
From the footage, the Snapic A1 is equipped with a fixed 25mm three-element glass lens, offering two focus settings: a general-purpose mode and a portrait mode. It also includes an LCD display, a multi-exposure function, and a built-in automatic flash. The multi-exposure capability is confirmed to be specifically for double exposures, a classic analogue effect.
Those who comment on the brand’s Instagram teaser are directed to an exclusive link with more details, including sample images showing what the upgraded lens can produce. The company notes that the improved optics are intended to deliver clearer, sharper results—highlighted by a sample mountain landscape used to demonstrate the lens’s resolving power.
The Snapic A1 arrives during a strong run of retro-influenced releases. Recent chatter on Instagram and Reddit suggests the camera could be another hit, following the success of the Charmera and other film-focused products released under the Kodak name.
It’s worth noting that the camera is produced not by Kodak itself, but by a partner manufacturer licensed to use the brand—specifically Reto, the company responsible for the Charmera and the Ektar H35 series. Because Reto also makes half-frame Ektar models, some users have speculated that the Snapic A1 might follow suit. However, given that Reto already offers several half-frame options, it’s not guaranteed that this new compact will use the same format.
Neither pricing nor a release window has been mentioned so far. Anyone curious about updates is encouraged to watch the Kodakfilm.Reto social channels for further announcements.
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