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2026-03-20 - Vivitar 600 Camera

 

The Vivitar 600 is a vintage, pocket-sized 110 film camera from the 1970s, designed as a simple point-and-shoot with a fixed-focus 24mm lens and built-in flash. Featuring a black, plastic design, these cameras are popular among lo-fi photography enthusiasts and collectors, frequently found with a carrying case and powered by AA batteries for the flash. 

Key Features and Details:

  • Film Type: 110 cartridge film.
  • Lens: 24mm fixed-focus lens.
  • Flash: Built-in electronic flash.
  • Design: Compact, plastic point-and-shoot, often produced in Korea or Japan.
  • Operation: Simple, manual film advance, requires 2x AA batteries for the flash.


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