Flashback One75: a digital camera with half-frame character

Flashback One75 is a digital camera with an aluminum body, a 13-megapixel sensor, a xenon flash, and film simulation modes. Preorders are open for $179, with deliveries expected before Christmas.

Flashback One75: a digital camera inspired by half-frame film

Flashback has introduced the One75, a reusable digital camera inspired by classic half-frame film models. Unlike the One35 V2, which was positioned as a “reusable disposable camera,” the new model features more premium materials and construction.

The $119 One35 V2 is made mostly of plastic. The One75 has an aluminum and brass body, with brass buttons on the top plate. An OLED screen sits on top of the camera, unlike the One35 V2. Another difference is the tripod thread.

The built-in viewfinder is oriented for the half-frame format: it is vertical rather than horizontal, as on most cameras.

Sensor, lens, and flash

The One75 is equipped with a 13-megapixel digital sensor. Flashback has not disclosed its size or other specifications. There is also little information about the lens: all that is known is that it has a thread for filters and additional accessories.

The camera has a built-in xenon flash. It produces the characteristic lighting effect of older flashes, which differs from the output of the common LED flashes in modern compact cameras.

Other features include a self-timer, a double exposure mode, and a replaceable glass lens cover. The camera uses a rechargeable battery and built-in storage, and charges via a USB-C port. Flashback estimates that a single charge should last for about 15 “film rolls.”

Shooting through the app

Like the One35, the One75 uses digital “film rolls.” Photos cannot be viewed directly on the camera; you’ll need a phone or computer to see them. You can take up to 27 shots on one roll, after which the images are transferred to the app.

In Digicam mode, photos are available in the app right away. Classic mode simulates the wait for film to be developed: photos are unlocked only after 24 hours. The app is free.

The One75 supports RAW photo export in DNG format, but these files can be transferred only to a PC or Mac—smartphones are not supported for this feature. The camera also has eight built-in film simulations, and users can create their own styles.

Price and delivery

The Flashback One75 is now available to preorder for $179. The camera comes in “Brushed Aluminum” and “Noir” finishes, with deliveries expected before Christmas.

For a limited time, the camera comes with a vegan leather case at no extra cost. The case costs $23 separately. The One75 is compatible with additional accessories, but they are not yet on sale, and Flashback has not revealed which accessories will be available.

At the time of the announcement, the model was not yet available to order from B&H, but it was expected to appear at the retailer soon.