KODAK - Brownie Kodak Manuel FR

This comprehensive manual traces the history and practical use of the iconic Kodak Brownie series, a line of simple and affordable cameras manufactured from 1900 to 1961. The document opens with a detailed overview of the Brownies, highlighting their revolutionary role in making photography accessible to the general public through their initial sale price of just one dollar. The first model, launched in February 1900, is examined with its core specifications: cardboard body and meniscus lens. Significant emphasis is given to the Kodak No. 116 model (1911-1917 period), presented as the first Kodak camera sold at this landmark price point, using 100-speed film. The manual explores the various models within the Brownie range, explaining the technical specifications of the No. 2 model capable of accepting 120 or 620 format film. Detailed illustrations demonstrate the practical insertion of 100-speed film in 120 mm format into the camera. The document features multiple photographs of Brownie Target Six-20 camera variants, enabling visual comparison of model evolution. Information on compatible contemporary films (EKTAR 100 color and Ilford HP5 plus 400 black and white) completes the guide. This manual serves as an invaluable resource for collectors, vintage photography enthusiasts, and specialists in the restoration and preservation of classic photographic equipment.