The SmartShot Deluxe has a large round button on the front for activating the flash, and the rewind switch is located to the right of the viewfinder. There is a film type window on the back door for checking the type of film in the camera. There is also a wrist strap mount, and the camera's exterior is mostly dark grey (the back door and battery cover are black). This camera requires two regular "AA" batteries, and will not function if they run out of power.

Unusually, there is a long piece of plastic attached to the inside of back door, which helps keep it shut securely. It is easier to open (and less likely to break the plastic piece), if you push left on the plastic arm while pulling the door open.