Kodak Vollenda Junior 616 (6.5x11cm)

The Kodak Vollenda Junior 616 (6.5x11cm) was a straightforward, budget-conscious 35mm camera produced by Kodak during the mid-1930s, specifically from 1934 to 1937. Designed as an entry-level model, it utilized standard 135 film but recorded an unusual rectangular image size of 6.5x11cm on the standard 24x36mm frame, indicating a compromise or specific framing choice. Characterized by its simple construction and basic features typical of Kodak's consumer offerings of the era, the camera likely incorporated a fixed or simple triplet lens, a central shutter with basic speeds, and minimal controls aimed at ease of use for the amateur photographer. It served the utilitarian purpose of providing affordable 35mm photography without the complexity or expense of more advanced models.