RetoPro is the company that brought us the RETO3D triple-lens point & shoot film camera last year, and now they’ve reinvented an old classic, the Kodak metal film canisters as a brand licensee of Eastman Kodak Company, harking back to the brand’s 1970s heritage. There’s not much to them – just a metal tin with a plastic insert to keep your rolls from falling over – and they’re more of a fashion statement than anything else, but they’re one that’s quite useful if you shoot film.

“We are inspired by the selection of materials and colors, and wish to recreate a new version of the Kodak Film Case, only to make it even more practical and stylish,” the company writes on their website.

“The Kodak Film Case, made of steel with high tensile strength, provides your films with strong protection,” the company says. “The case is small and portable, making it ideal for all analog lovers. It protects your film rolls dry and clean, and organizes five rolls of 35mm film in one place. It is perfect for a day out for shooting or even a sweet long holiday.”

They measure 148 x 56 x 47mm and way 160g. The outer is made of steel while the inner is plastic. Naturally, film is not included, but they hold five rolls of 135 (35mm) film.

The “Classic Case” features a yellow body with red or blue lids. The “Radiant Case” has a silver body and matches with a yellow or silver lid. Finally, the “Matte Case” is available in either all white or all black.

They look pretty neat if you’re into that kind of retro thing.
“The canisters were painted in colors and carried a lot of joyful memories. It was indeed a big part of film photography history. We are inspired by the selection of materials and colors, and wish to recreate a new version of the Kodak Film Case, only to make it even more practical and stylish.”

All the cases cost $25 and are expected to ship in early December.

More info on Retopro’s website.