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Camp Snap makes screen-free digital cameras: you press the shutter, you cannot review the photo on the camera, and you see the pictures later on a phone or computer. Three of its still cameras are on sale right now. This guide compares them using Camp Snap's own product pages and published reviews.
Quick comparison
| Camp Snap 2 | 110D | CS-Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (listed) | $69.99 | $74.99 | $99 |
| Sensor | 8MP (per reviews) | 8MP | 16MP |
| On-camera filters | 6 | 5 (Standard, Vintage 1, Vintage 2, Analog, B&W) | 4-filter dial |
| Battery | About 500 shots per charge | About 500 photos per charge | Up to 500 photos per charge |
| Flash | Not listed | Not listed | Xenon flash |
| Screen | None | None (tiny settings display) | None |
| Needs an app | No | No | No |
| Look | 15% slimmer than the original | 1970s 110-film styling | Premium build of the classic |
Sources: Camp Snap 2 page, 110D page, CS-Pro page, TechRadar, PetaPixel.
Camp Snap 2: the all-rounder
At $69.99 it is the lowest-priced of the three and the simplest recommendation for kids, camp, trips and gifts. Camp Snap lists six on-camera filters with no app required and about 500 shots per charge. Reviewers like the retro disposable-camera feel, and also report slow shutter response and some blur, so it suits casual snapshots more than sharp action photos (Tom's Guide, Digital Camera World).
Best for: first-time buyers, kids and summer camps, party and wedding table cameras, gifts.
110D: pocket 110-film style
The 110D is built on Camp Snap 2 hardware with the same 8MP sensor, in a slim 1970s-style body. Its headline change is a faster-feeling shutter and a QuickDraw feature that wakes and shoots without a power button. It drops one filter compared with Camp Snap 2 and costs about $5 more (TechRadar). Reviewers describe it as mainly a styling and experience upgrade, not a picture-quality upgrade. Camp Snap has listed it as sold out with a later batch coming, so check availability.
Best for: people who want the smaller retro body and faster shutter feel and do not need more image quality.
CS-Pro: the image-quality step up
The CS-Pro is the premium option: a 16MP sensor, a xenon flash, a four-position film-style filter dial and the same screen-free, app-free workflow, with up to 500 photos per charge and USB-C transfer. At $99 it costs about $30 more than Camp Snap 2. Camp Snap's page shows limited, small-batch inventory, so it may appear as a pre-order.
Best for: adults who like the idea but want better low-light photos with flash and a higher-resolution sensor.
Which one should you pick?
- Buying for a child or for camp: Camp Snap 2. It is the cheapest and the easiest to hand over.
- Gifting to a retro-camera fan: 110D if it is in stock, otherwise Camp Snap 2.
- Want the best picture quality in the line: CS-Pro.
- Buying several for a wedding, party or retreat: Camp Snap 2 keeps the total lowest. Camp Snap's pages mention free shipping on multi-camera purchases in the US, so check the product page for the current threshold.
Honest downsides
- No screen means no review. You will not know a shot is blurry until later.
- Shutter lag. Several reviewers report slow shutter response on the Camp Snap 2.
- Storage is built in on at least some models. Tom's Guide notes the original Camp Snap has 4GB built in with no slot to upgrade, and the CS-Pro lists 4GB built-in memory.
- Not a replacement for a phone camera. Photos look more like a film disposable than a modern phone.
FAQ
Do these cameras need an app? Camp Snap says no app is required. The 110D and CS-Pro transfer photos over USB-C; check the Camp Snap 2 page for its current transfer details.
What is the cheapest Camp Snap? Camp Snap 2 at $69.99 as listed.
Can I use them for weddings? Many people place a few on guest tables for candid photos. Check shipping time before the date.