Limitations of Disposable Cameras

The quality of photographs taken with Disposable cameras can be sometimes disappointing. With modern technology in digital camera we are used to the automatic adjustments that the camera makes for us under varying conditions.
When we try to use a disposable camera we sometimes forget that we need to take more account of the surroundings and lighting.

In darkness they do not perform well and taking photographs indoors, where the light level is low, may not produce clear snaps. Some camera come equipped with a flash that helps for when the subject is close to the camera. Keep your subjects close when it its dark, around 10 feet and there should be enough illumination for the film, this really applies to all cameras. The camera flashes you see in the crowd at events do not help but I have to admit they do look good.

The camera designs are minimal and have fixed settings. Shutter speed, film ISO and with a fixed lens do not allow adjustments for the varying conditions. These are optimized for outdoor daylight snaps.

The same considerations apply to using waterproof disposable cameras for underwater snaps. These are ideal for splashing about in the sea or pool and just under the surface or snorkelling the reefs and capturing those tropical fish with their bright colours. The camera casings allow deeper adventures and are capable to reach depth of 15 meters or more without leaking. At these depths the sunlight may not be as strong depending on the quality of the water and results will not be as good.
Knowing they are limited does not mean they will not take good photographs. Remind yourself that you are taking quick snaps and not professional photographs. Enjoy the fun of your adventures or parties without worrying about breaking your more expensive camera.

Get wet, Get muddy, Jump around, Let the kids eat cake with them or whatever you may have in mind. The benefits of disposable cameras and waterproof disposable cameras far outweigh their limitations.

Snap happy and have the memory forever.