Kodak Junior Six-20 Series II

The Kodak Junior Six-20 Series II was an entry-level 35mm camera produced by Kodak from 1937 to 1940, representing the company's significant push into the burgeoning 135 film format market aimed at casual photographers. Designed for simplicity and affordability, it featured a basic Bakelite body construction and straightforward controls, likely offering fixed shutter speeds and aperture settings typical of its era and price point. As a Six-20 model name indicates, it originally used Kodak's proprietary 620 spool film, but this Series II version adapted to the standard 135 (35mm) cassette film introduced shortly before, making it more accessible and convenient for users. Its production period coincided with the lead-up to World War II, making it a snapshot of Kodak's efforts to democratize 35mm photography for the masses before wartime manufacturing shifts.