Brownie camera

The Brownie camera, introduced by Kodak in 1900, is a simple, box-shaped camera designed for amateur photographers. It was revolutionary because it made photography accessible to the general public; its affordability and ease of use allowed anyone to take pictures without needing extensive knowledge of photography. Users would load a roll of film, take snapshots, and then send the camera back to Kodak for developing. The Brownie’s popularity helped to popularize photography and changed how people captured and shared moments in their lives, laying the groundwork for modern photography.