Original Retropia Repurposed Disposable Camera Lens - Unlimited Instant Film-Look Photos - Compact Pancake Lens, 32mm Focal L
4.1 | 113 ratings
Price: 39.95
Last update: 02-02-2026
About this item
- IMPORTANT Compatible only with Sony E-Mount: This mount works with Sony E-Mount mirrorless cameras, including Full-frame: A7 series, A9, A1, FX3, FX9 and APS-C: A6000-A6700 series, ZV-E10, FX30. For different camera models and mount types, please browse the variations available on this listing.
- Guaranteed Film Aesthetic: Enjoy unlimited, instant retro-look photos and videos with a dreamy soft blur effect, capturing nostalgic magic with no editing needed
- Effortlessly Pocketable & Portable: Our compact and ultra-lightweight disposable camera lens lets you capture spontaneous shots during easy, on-the-go shoots
- Built for Creative Souls: Retropia empowers content creators to share stories and save time on editing in a retro, vintage-inspired style with small imperfections which make every capture special
- Eco-Friendly & Sustainable: We used repurposed film camera lenses to reduce waste and support a greener, more sustainable way to capture memories with no single-use plastics needed
Top reviews from the United States
- Christian LopezSuper Cool LensGreat value for taking disposable-camera looking pictures. Obviously the quality will never compare to a real lens because this is NOT what it is for. It's a toy. The colors are awesome! There is no autofocus, no manual focus. Make sure that if you using on a a canon R camera, make sure that "Release Shutter w/o lens" is ON.
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I really like it. I was going to make my own pinhole lens with an old body cap but I figure I try this now that it was a Black Friday deal.
Check out these pictures at in day light and nightly indoors. - Arsen BeglaryanGreat Lens, Real Film Camera LooksGreatest lens I have ever paid for. Most filmic look look along with Fujifilm recipies on my XT-5.
- DarkoUnique and artistic.As a photographer constantly lugging heavy glass, the idea of a $40 lightweight lens promising that nostalgic, instant-film look was too tempting to pass up. I took this tiny lens out to test its limits, and it certainly delivered a unique experience.
The build quality is exactly what the concept suggests: minimal. It’s an incredibly lightweight pancake lens, which made my Sony E-Mount camera rig the lightest it has ever been—a huge relief for my wrists on a long hike when I'm used to carrying heavy f/1.2 or f/1.4 lenses. However, for my technical peeps, this is where the compromises begin: there is no lens cap, cover, or weather-seal on it. You have to be extremely cautious when carrying or using it.
I got the e-mount, and it does lock in to the Sony models, it does not lock in place, but its a secure/snug fit without cause of worry.
Functionally, there isn't much to it - simply attach to the camera body, point and click.
Key Technical Insights
Optics & Output: The lens is allegedly repurposed from a point-and-click disposable camera, and the quality is pretty comparable to that. It is set to a fixed f/11 aperture. Since there are no aperture blades, you are solely working with ISO and shutter speed to manage exposure.
The Aesthetic: The style is undeniably distinct. It produces horrible lens flare and lots of hazing, combined with significant vignetting. While I could edit these flaws out, I believe the charm of this lens is supposed to be this way, mimicking the imperfections of instant film.
Focus & Control: The most surprising challenge was the lack of control. The minimum focus distance is roughly 4-5 feet away, and not being able to control the focal point or depth of field is a creative control I didn't realize I needed until it was gone! It forces you to focus entirely on composition rather than the technical details, which is a fun, freeing exercise.
Post-Processing Issues: Be warned: there is no lens data in Lightroom to fix the distortions automatically, so any corrections must be done manually.
Use and Recommendation
For a lightweight, fun point and click lens, the price point of $40 gets you exactly what you expect. It was perfect for my 3-mile hike, letting me capture scenes without the physical strain of my usual gear. The images I captured from the day, which are included in this post, are certainly unique.
However, I would be highly hesitant to ever use it for client projects, even those that might desire this aesthetic. I would feel more comfortable using a reliable lens and spending the time editing the photos to the desired look, as that gives me the final control over the outcome.
Overall: It's a unique novelty and a great tool for removing technical distraction and focusing purely on composition. It is fun, but its lack of features (no cap, no weather-seal) and technical flaws limit it to being a purely recreational, "just something fun" lens. - Autumn SkyVery soft focusIt works well with a steady hand or with good lighting. If not, a tripod helps. It is a very soft lens, but I like the effect of it. First shot from phone camera to show the lens on camera body. It does look quite a bit like an Oreo. It is not a native lens, so those shooting with an E mount, make sure to turn off appropriate settings for usage.
- B. A. EdwardsFunctions as intended, does not look as advertised.It does pictures that look like a disposable camera. So that part is accurate.
I don't know if all versions are this way, but the M43 mount version does not have the full "cookie" look. It has the front, but does not have that middle "stuf" layer-which is a big part of the fun of what this lens is advertised to look like. - James C. VoegleinA fun affordable lenseI love this "lens", it replicates when I first got into photography. This a fun lens.
- Jeanie Elizabeth McElreathNot as Advertised – Missing the Full “Oreo” LookI was really excited for this lens because it was advertised as looking like an Oreo cookie — lens cap and all. Unfortunately, the product doesn’t match the photos. Only the front of the lens has the Oreo-style design, and there’s no white ring around the body to mimic the cream filling. It’s still functional, but if you’re buying it for the full Oreo aesthetic, you’ll likely be disappointed.
- JordanEasy to useReally cool lens.