The Best Single Use Disposable Cameras for Weddings!

Single use film cameras are making a big comeback – especially at weddings. They’re nostalgic, easy to use, and most importantly, fun. Whether you place one on each reception table, hand a few out to the wedding party, or pass them around the dance floor, disposable cameras are a fantastic way to let your guests get creative without being glued to their phones.

At The Darkroom, we develop, scan, and print hundreds of single use cameras every week and we’re constantly surprised by how good the results can be. While they won’t match the sharpness of higher end cameras with a glass lens, in good light and with flash, they deliver very nostalgic looking images that are often more fun than the polished shots from your wedding photographer.

Here are our top 7 single use cameras for weddings = each one tested and approved by our lab team.

1. Kodak FunSaver (aka PowerFlash)

Film: 800 ISO Color
Best for: Daylight and low-light shots
This is the king of all disposable cameras. The Kodak FunSaver is the only camera on this list loaded with 800 ISO film, giving it the best low-light performance of the bunch. It produces rich, warm color with relatively sharp images – even in indoor lighting or late evening. And it’s incredibly reliable. Tip: Always use the flash unless you’re in bright sunlight. Buy Here!

See Images shot with this Kodak Fun Saver

2. Fujifilm QuickSnap Flash

Film: 400 ISO Color
Best for: All-day weddings & always-on flash
The Fuji QuickSnap is smaller than the FunSaver, making it a little easier to carry or slip into a pocket. But its best feature? The flash stays on – perfect for guests who may not remember to press the flash button for every shot. That’s a big deal for consistent exposures.

The color rendering is clean and reliable, especially in outdoor light or with flash indoors.

See images shot with the FujiFilm Quick Snap

3. Kodak Professional 400TX Single-Use Camera

Film: Kodak Tri-X 400 B&W
Best for: A timeless black and white look
This one’s for the romantics. Tri-X 400 is arguably the most iconic black and white film ever made. It’s known for bold contrast, classic grain, and a documentary feel. If you’re placing a few black-and-white disposables alongside color options, this is the one to reach for. Buy Here!

See Images shot with this Kodak 400TX

4. Psychedelic Blues Modified Disposable

Film: Custom-modified 400 ISO Color
Best for: Creative, dreamy, light-leaked effects
Each roll of Psychedelic Blues film is hand-treated to introduce flares, streaks, and dreamy light leaks. The result? One-of-a-kind images with unpredictable beauty. The camera body is identical to the Fuji QuickSnap, complete with a flash you can leave on.

If you’re a creative couple or want some artsy surprises, this camera brings the weird – in the best way. Buy Here!

5. Ilford Ilfocolor Rapid Retro

Film: 400 ISO Color
Best for: Retro aesthetics & warm tones
A newer player on the disposable scene, Ilford’s Ilfocolor Rapid Retro has vintage style in both looks and image results. Its warm, slightly faded tones give photos a nostalgic character that works especially well at golden hour or in sun-dappled settings. Buy Here!

6. Ilford HP5 Plus Single-Use Camera

Film: Ilford HP5 400 B&W
Best for: Subtle tones & low contrast
Want a black and white option that’s a bit more forgiving? HP5 has great exposure latitude, more noticeable grain, and lower contrast than Tri-X. It’s ideal for softer, more delicate black and white wedding photos, and holds up well in mixed lighting. Buy Here!

See images shot with the Ilford B&W HP5 Single Use

7. Lomography Simple Use Purple Camera

Film: LomoChrome Purple 100 – 400 ISO
Best for: Experimental, surreal color shifts
This camera is loaded with LomoChrome Purple, a color-shifting film that transforms greens into purples, blues into emeralds, and gives your shots a completely different vibe. It’s not for everyone, but if you’re going for surreal, artistic photos, this one delivers something no other camera on this list can. Buy Here! Bonus: It’s reloadable, so you can reuse it long after the wedding.

See images shot with LomoChrome Purple Simple Use

Why Use Disposable Cameras at Weddings?

Let’s be real: most guests are going to take photos anyway. Giving them a disposable camera lets them get creative while staying off their phones and and ensures you end up with a set of fun, candid, unfiltered moments. Kids can use them. Grandparents can use them. Even that friend who forgot to bring a gift can participate.

They’re also great for:

Reception table games (“Take a picture of someone dancing!”)
Wedding favors with a creative twist
Surprise prints that show what your guests saw while you were busy getting married

Tips for Better Results with Single Use Cameras

Use flash unless you’re in bright sun
Keep subjects 4–10 feet away for best sharpness
Flash only reaches about 8 feet, so don’t shoot from across the room

We Make Developing Fast & Easy

At The Darkroom, we specialize in disposable camera processing.
Here’s what you get when you send your camera in:

Professional dip and dunk processing (color and B&W)
High quality scans uploaded to your private account
View, download, edit, order prints, or archive your images with our mobile app
Free inbound shipping options: Use our postage-paid film mailer or print a label
We even recycle the cameras after development

Want prints? You can order 4×6 or 5×7 as proof print when order processing or you can order prints later on from your uploaded scans will will allow you to order 4×6 to 12×18 photographic prints as well as canvas, framed prints, and more!!

Wedding Photographer: Teri Bocko on Using Disposables at Her Wedding

Wedding photographer Teri Bocko, who shoots both film and digital, used disposable cameras at her own wedding – and recommends them to every couple she works with. In this short video, she shares how she used them, how she briefed her guests, and why she loved the outcome.

Final Thoughts

Disposable cameras aren’t going to replace your wedding photographer – but they’re not meant to. They’re a fun, creative, analog way to capture your day from a different perspective. And honestly, some of the most heartfelt, hilarious, or memorable shots from your wedding might come from a cheap plastic camera with a roll of 400 speed film inside.

So grab a few, set them out, and let the magic happen.

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