Fujifilm's New Waterproof Disposable Camera and Black-and-White Model Are Here

Fujifilm has announced two new single-use film cameras — the kind you buy pre-loaded with film, shoot with, and then send to a lab for printing. On 1 July 2026, the company unveiled the QuickSnap Active, a waterproof model safe to use underwater down to about 33 feet (10 metres). A second model, the QuickSnap Black and White, will arrive in September 2026. The company made the announcement through its official website and social media.

The Active is designed for water activities. You can take it snorkelling, use it by the pool, or bring it to the beach without worrying about splashes or submersion. At just 90 grams — about the weight of a deck of cards — it fits easily in a pocket. Most waterproof digital cameras are bulkier and more expensive.

Fujifilm's existing QuickSnap Flash camera gives context for what you get. It comes loaded with ISO 400 film (film that works well in moderate light), has 27 shots per camera, and follows the basic path: load, shoot, develop, print. The Active will work similarly, though Fujifilm hasn't yet said which film type it will use or exactly how many shots it offers.

The Black and White model appeals to a different group: photographers who like the look of traditional black-and-white film — the grainy texture and subtle shades of gray that film can capture in its own way. If you're throwing a wedding or organising an event and want to hand cameras to guests so they can contribute photos with a consistent style, a single-use black-and-white camera is a simple solution. The September release timing catches the busy autumn season for events.

Single-use film cameras have made an unexpected comeback over the past few years, especially among younger people. These cameras have limits — the lens is fixed, you get a set number of shots, you have to send the film away to develop — but people increasingly see those limits as part of the appeal rather than drawbacks. Kodak still makes disposable cameras too, and used cameras with expired film sell steadily online. Fujifilm isn't trying to revive a dead format; it's finding new ways to use an old one.

One caution: Fujifilm hasn't said which official test it used to confirm the waterproof rating. Industry standards exist for this (like ISO 6425), and it matters which one was used if you plan to take the camera deep underwater. Unlike a digital camera, you can't replace or repair these if something goes wrong.

The announcements don't include pricing or details about which countries will sell each model, beyond confirming they'll be available globally. That gap will affect how shops decide what inventory to stock for summer 2026 and the autumn event season.