Kodak Smile+ review

The Smile+ is the camera for buyers who care more about the cost per print than about the look of real instant film. It is a digital camera with a built-in Zink printer, and Kodak notes the paper is ink-free, so there is no ink or film cartridge to buy. Prints come out at 2 by 3 inches with a sticky back that suits journals, lockers and scrapbooks. An effect-changing lens adds filters, the battery is rechargeable, and Kodak lists compatibility with iOS and Android devices. The big win is running cost: Kodak's 2x3 Zink paper is $9.99 for 20 sheets, $24.99 for 50 and $49.99 for 100, so each print costs about $0.50, less than half of instax mini film. The trade-offs are a small print and a look that differs from chemical instant film, and Kodak's store page lists few technical specs such as sensor resolution.

Who it is for

kids and heavy shooters who want the cheapest prints

Price

$99.99 at Kodak Photo Plus US store; 2x3 Zink paper $9.99 for 20 sheets.

Regular price $99.99 Make photo taking fun again with the KODAK Smile+ Digital Instant Print Camera.
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• Prints 2x3 inch sticky-backed photos on Zink paper with no ink
• Integrated effect-changing lens for filters
• Rechargeable battery
• Works with iOS and Android devices
• Zink paper sold in 20, 50 and 100 sheet packs

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Lowest cost per print here, about $0.50 with a 20 sheet pack
• Strength: Sticky backs suit journals and scrapbooks
• Strength: Under $100
• Weakness: Zink prints are a different look from true instant film
• Weakness: Smallest print here at 2x3 inches
• Weakness: Kodak publishes few camera specs on its store page

Key facts

• Paper: Zink 2x3 inch, sticky back
• Paper cost: $9.99 for 20 sheets
• Type: Digital instant print
• Power: Rechargeable
• Phones: iOS and Android

Where it ranks

Kodak Smile+ is No. 8 in our Best Instant Cameras verdict.