Try spectra filters maybe?
Edit: https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Spectra-Special-Effects-Filters/dp/B004PCLICS
The app is available for download and gives insight into the capabilities the new OneStep+ will have.
For those who do not want to download the app, here is a run down of what sort of features the app has:
Shutter Speed | Aperture | Flash | Eject |
---|---|---|---|
1/125 | f/64 | Off | On |
1/60 | f/32 | 1/16 | Off |
1/30 | f/22 | 1/8 | - |
1/15 | f/16 | 1/4 | - |
1/8 | f/14 | 1/2 | - |
1/4 | f/12 | Full power | - |
1/2 | - | - | - |
1" | - | - | - |
2" | - | - | - |
4" | - | - | - |
8" | - | - | - |
15" | - | - | - |
30" | - | - | - |
Bulb | - | - | - |
There also appears to be a light meter on the Manual Mode screen.
Some of these features are non-functional without a camera paired, so I can't see exactly how they will work, but it definitely looks interesting. I look forward to seeing reviews.
Get a few packs of FP-100C (Fuji Packfilm) from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000ALLYO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_gRl6ub1RZ4C2A and then get one of the cameras listed below. The all plastic body models are pretty easy to find (maybe check eBay?)
Polaroid cameras that can use the Fuji Packfilm
Folding Pack Cameras: 100 Series: Automatic 100,101,102,103,104,125,135 200 Series: Automatic 210,215,220,225,230,240,250 300 Series: Automatic 315,320,325,330,335,340,350,355,360,M60,… 400 Series: Automatic 420,430,440,450,455, Countdown 70, Countdown 90 Pro Models: 180,185,190,195 New Style Folding Cameras: EE100,EE100 Special, The Reporter, ProPack
All plastic Body: Big Swinger, Colorpack II, Colorpack III, BigShot, Colorpack IV,Colorpack M6, Colorpack V, Minutemaker, Minutemaker Plus, Super Colorpack, Super Shooter
Here is a strap I found on Amazon, I think the instax 11 can accept most generic strap like this.
I was just going to put up a post on this since I've been a big fan of the external lights with the Lomo'Wide!
Unfortunately, the Lomo uses a PC-Sync rather than Hotshoe (which almost all flashes nowadays use).
There are 2 ways to do it: Connect the flash directly using a PC-Sync cable (which limits your reach) or use a radio trigger that has a PC-Sync input to wirelessly trigger your flash.
Here's a picture of my setup and some pictures taken with it tonight:
The transmitter is an old Yongnuo RF-602 (about $10; the new ones don't have a PC-sync input) and the flashes are Yongnyou YN560 III's (about $60/each). I attached a coldshoe directly onto the camera so that the transmitter can attach to it.
At that point, it's essentially just a matter of taking a photo!
Keep in mind the Lomo is not automatic. You need to measure the flash for 1/30 second, ISO 800 and F8 aperture. If you have a DSLR, this is very easy as you can set those settings, take a photo (with the flash) and light it accordingly, then use those same flash settings with the lomo.
What you want to look for is a Manual flash. No use in paying for an ETTL (automatic) flash since the Lomo won't make use of it.
This flash is $35 on amazon and has a PC Sync input (you'll need a PC Sync cable): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GR079XI/
If you connect the cable directly from the camera to the flash, you can dial-in the power on the flash manually (full power, half power, 1/4 power, etc.. all the way down to 1/128 power).
NOTE: I have not used that flash; that was the cheapest one I saw that had a PC Sync input
Feel free to let me know if you had any specific questions!
Just to give a little background, Polaroid has since become a name that can be licensed by other companies for their products. That means "Joes Electronics" can make a product, pay a fee to use the Polaroid name and then call it a "Polaroid IS048" -- the name recognition makes you think "It's a polaroid! How bad can it be?" when in reality, Polaroid had nothing to do with it.
Regarding the megapixels, 16 megapixels is really only the resolution of an image. This means that as long as a photo has 16,000,000 pixels.. it's 16 megapixels. It's similar to buying a TV that's 720p.. you can buy a $79 720P TV or a $999 720p TV.. the resolution alone doesn't mean much.
If the camera has a poor sensor, you can blow it up to any size (16 megapixels, 20 megapixels, 50 megapixels) and it won't make a difference. For these small cameras, the megapixels really don't matter and they tend to get thrown around as a selling point (similar to the "Polaroid" name).
Looking at reviews, the IS048 seems to be terrible -- all of the reviews on Amazon are 1 star: https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-iS048-Waterproof-Digital-Camera/dp/B01LX0U5VN
My recommendation is to just get another camera.. either return this one if you can, or cut your losses and move on. Getting a new camera will at least help you from this point on (getting clear photos now instead of the poor quality ones)
Here's a link to the users manual if you don't have one"
Yes this uses type 600 integral film now made by Polaroid Originals. Film is available through them or here is an Amazon link:
The battery cones as part of the film pack, there are no batteries in the camera proper. These were made from late '80's -sometime in the '90's when they changed the body style. There were many variations on this model but all very similar.
Sorry for no photos, my film is still coming in the mail. I can't get anything in focus with this lens, unlike this wide angle lens. This is the lens attachment I'm using. I tried stacking a macro lens behind it but to no avail. Is there anything I can do?
I have the same camera and use that film often, along with 664 and FP-3000B. I would set the film speed to 75 and make sure you have the switch next to the film speed set correctly (i.e. indoor v outdoor). Set the exposure correction dial around the lens to the middle and take it from there, adjusting the correction up and down as required.
If you have any trouble pulling the film out of the camera after you have made an exposure, you may want to look at the instructable I wrote on how to fix that problem, as well as how to convert the camera to AAA batteries. http://www.instructables.com/id/Polaroid-Land-Camera-Fujifilm-and-Battery-Mod/
Well, lomography has kind of the same vintage appeal as Polaroid photos, except they use different kinds of cameras. If you wanna do Polaroid photography, go with the Instax 90 Mini or another type of Polaroid camera. If you wanna do lomography, go with the Lomo Instant or another non-Polaroid disposable camera.
However, if you don't have 100+ bucks to spend on either of those cameras, you'll have to do a bit of searching for another one. I personally use a Polaroid Land One Camera which I found for a good 20-something bucks on Etsy, and a Super Fat Lens 35mm camera, for Polaroids and lomography respectively. They can both be found for under $100.
If you really wanna get into the pros and cons of different cameras, there's plenty of posts on here and on r/lomography that do just that.
The Polaroid album will have pockets too big for Instax Square. I love the Polaroid albums myself and have some, but for Instax I would recommend an album with self adhesive pages, like this one:
The advantage of this type of album is that it allows for more freedom arranging the pics.
Check this out, It’s made for the Nintendo DS but the 680 fits absolutely perfect in it.
Skull & Co. Maxcarry Case for GRIPCASE Crystal- Portable Hard Shell Protective Travel Carrying Case with Storage for Nintendo Switch Console, GripCase & Accessories- Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08Q8962CY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_7HGA87SED2CP48EJRQ6D?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
This one also fits the SLR 680, compared it to the dimensions of my SLR680
Lowepro LP37180 ProTactic Utility Bag 200 AW
https://www.amazon.com/Lowepro-LP37180-ProTactic-Utility-Bag/dp/B07J6B7L59/
Thank you so much for these very interesting explanations. In fact, when I first turned on the Polaroïd and tried to take pictures, nothing happened. On the right there was the number "6" so I was curious to know why nothing came out if some films were still inside and I opened it. Now I'm happy that the problem doesn't come from the camera and I'm excited to order new films ! :)
By the way are these ones good for an Impulse AF ? https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B018E6KHTA/ref=cm_sw_r_pi_dp_JV9RMSNJ2CS75J010JN4
Polaroid: The Missing Manual: The Complete Guide to Experimental Instant Photography https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0500544603/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_41zVFb51Z1FS2
This is about the best one imo. I have it.
I think that only the OneStep+ has the manual mode. You have to connect your phone and you camera through the polaroid app, there are a lot of things you can do and the manual mode is one of them.
Here is the app: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.polaroidoriginals.po1
Remember that you have to shoot with the button on your phone. Hope this helped!
It appears there are some bundles that include a few packages of film, frame stickers, and a cleaning cloth on Amazon US ($35). All options appear to be sold by importers and fulfilled by Amazon. Unsure of International Amazon availability.
Honestly, I've just got many off of Amazon. These are particularly my favorite! https://www.amazon.com/Fujifilm-INSTAX-WALLET-ALBUM-BLACK/dp/B00ZY9K5X4/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1488856621&sr=8-7&keywords=instax+mini+album
> Have you ever tried to measure the light and under expose a bit?
I'll try that tomorrow. Thank you for your advice. It's tough going to a more manual camera after the SLR680 which gave me very few options to play with.
Is this the light meter app you use? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tsang.alan.lightmeter
I didn't name it, and I would have preferred a more inclusive generic name, but there's no way to change the name of a subreddit once it's created. There's also no may to migrate subscribers from one subreddit to another. Reddit has a history of subreddit names not referring to the content, for example /r/trees. I very deliberately keep the subreddit sidebar and subreddit description setup with the actual content of this sub, so it shows up when being searched for and is pretty obvious when you look at it.
I actually created /r/InstantPhotography a while ago, and posted a link there to this sub to help people find us who were just typing in a subreddit name.
If you don't want to see Fuji FP and Instax photos, then install RES and setup a filter to automatically remove them.
You can buy this kind of foam to seal the borders https://www.amazon.ca/Camera-Light-Seal-Form-1-5mm/dp/B0014YUWF4/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?crid=3MXH75OPEK6MA&keywords=camera+light+seal+foam&qid=1666686970&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjc4IiwicXNhIjoiMS45OSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNzYifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=camera+light+...
I'm not sure where you think you're going to find someone randomly selling individual parts for nearly 50 year old instant cameras like these. If you want a different button, you pretty much need to find or buy another camera. You don't need to trash it, just swap the buttons and you still have two working cameras.
Otherwise, you could always just remove the button on the modded camera and completely spray paint it whatever color you want. An easier solution would be to just put a dot label somewhere on the faceplate or a larger label you can print or write "600 film" on.
BTW, how do you plan to mod it? The trick where you change the light meter calibration?
You can actually just buy a cheap, generic strap like this one, remove the plastic lugs at the end, feed the strap itself through the slots on the SX-70 and make sure it's secured through the strap harness.
I've done this and it works well enough. Just keep in mind that you can't easily remove the strap when you don't want it attached, the way you can with clip-on lugs. These straps also tend to run a bit long, so the camera can hang lower than the standard straps. I've thought about trimming the extra length, but I worry about being able to fit a frayed end through the harness easily. Finally, if you want to do this with a different type of strap, just make sure the width is smaller than the slots on the camera.
A few months ago someone here recommended this bag and I decided to give it a try. They were completely right, the main compartment comfortably fits the length of an SX-70 Sonar body. There's another medium-sized pocket that's perfect for a pack of film, you could probably fit 2 in there if you remove the the outer boxes. There are 2 smaller pockets that work well for storing your developed photos or various accessories including the MiNT flashbar or lens kit (though you'll need to safely pack the lenses since it won't fit the storage box itself). The sling design is pretty convenient too.
I'd definitely recommend it, especially at that price considering how expensive custom SX-70 cases are.
This is what they sent me:
Prinics (Kodak Photo Printer Support) Jun 21, 2022, 22:44 PDT
Hello,
Thank you for contacting us! We apologize for the inconvenience you are experiencing with the product. Please try these troubleshooting steps. First, kindly delete all related Kodak apps and disconnect Bluetooth connection. Turn the device off, remove the cartridge and charge it for an hour? Then, after an hour insert a new cartridge still while the printer is off. Please also check if the cartridge is inserted properly.
You can also try resetting the printer using a pin to press the reset button pin-hole located at the right side of the printer.
Reinstall the app, links are below:
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.prinics.minishot&gl=US
IOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kodak-mini-shot/id1284468823
Reconnect Bluetooth. Please follow the steps below:
We hope this helps!
Kind regards, Vincent
I will try charging without the cartridge, but I highly doubt that’s the issue. I just bought a brand new one to see if it would work, and it gave me “replace cartridge” right out of the box and wouldn’t even make a noise. Returning it today.
What about this link? I had gotten a pack of these and used them today and they all came out quite well quality wise. I was just using Amazon specifically for prime and I was gonna get a two pack and I needed them fast. https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Originals-Color-Film-SX-70/dp/B084TFKFM9/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=K4GIFRN8HER8&keywords=sx70+polaroid+film+color&qid=1655079287&sprefix=sx70+polaroid+film+color%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-3
Right, just the printer. It goes for $150 and instax wide film is $20 for 20 film slides, 10 film slides per cartridge, you load it in from the back. It's all easy and straight forward once you have it in hand/out of the box. Buy film separately, as it will not come with it.
Also I'd recommend buying this little case for it.
These are similar to the ones I use. You need them to be made of acid-free cardstock as well (this one is)
Thanks for asking! I purchased filter/lens adapter [here](www.etsy.com/listing/880966212). I purchased the ND Filter here. I set the filter to ND2 or the minimum setting. I also turned the compensator about 2 notches darker.
cwatkins94 is right and Polaroid knows about this issue.
As each Polaroid still contains wet chemicals inside after you take a photo they recommend letting it slowly dry outside in a well ventilated area and to not put it in a sleeve of a album. As the Polaroid frame is not hermetically sealead it is also possible for moisture to re-enter the photo when you are in a humid environment. This leads to a secondary chemical reaction that changes the color to a sepia tone.
In the past they also offered a premade Kit to dry especially the B&W photos.
https://www.amazon.ca/Impossible-Dry-Age-Kit-PRD1342/dp/B005EK7H2K
You replicate this by using a sealad plastic box and some pouches of silica gel desiccant.
As darthnick96 explained it is a secondary reaction of the chemicals.
After you take a Polaroid the chemicals inside are still wet for around 30 days. The top edge of the frame has two holes that let moisture enter the Polaroid picture. This also leads to discoloration.
Polaroid knows about this issue and before renaming themself to Polaroid/Polaroid Originals they offered the "Dry Age Kit" that is essentially the same that darthnick96 described + a small moisture indicator as a premade solution.
But DIYing this with silica gel pouches and a sealed container works as well.
https://www.amazon.ca/Impossible-Dry-Age-Kit-PRD1342/dp/B005EK7H2K
Yes, you'll need a T4 Torx to take it apart.
If you’re talking cases strictly for packing and not for carry —
I got a perfectly sized Amazon Basics hard shell case that is supposed to be for chargers and other electronics. But two of them perfectly fit my SX70 sonar (takes up a whole one) and extra film cassettes and accessories in the other.
Keeps them safe in my bag, easy to pack into equipment cases as well because of its modular shape. Cheap. Functional.
Thanks for the link 🙏. I too spotted some clear photo corners I just get scared of not knowing what the wall conditions might be like. I just figured something like a sleeve would be easier to hang up and what not 🤷♂️ Just surprised I haven’t seen any products like this!
Bargain! If you plan on using the 210 and the battery is dead, I posted an Instructable I made on how to convert it for modern batteries and also modern Polaroid-replacement (Fujifilm) film to this subreddit a short while ago.
Edit: Add link: http://www.instructables.com/id/Polaroid-Land-Camera-Fujifilm-and-Battery-Mod/
There are still batteries made for these. It uses a 4.4 volt battery, an EPX19 or equivalent. You can also convert it to use three AAA batteries by converting it with a battery holder or a kit like this one. The 250 is a very nice camera and I have a mint one myself. One thing to check is the condition of the battery contacts and wiring. These were notorious for getting corroded batteries and ruining the contacts and even having the corrosion go up the wires to the shutter. So check this out before doing too much. If you need to work on the camera at all, you can remove the film in a totally dark room and store it somewhere light tight. Then just reinstall it the same way. This would also give you the opportunity to see that the shutter works, clean the rollers and lens elements etc. I'm happy to answer any questions you might have.
EEEKit Backpack Crossbody Travel Bag for Nintendo Switch Console Joy-cons and Accessories, Charge Your Phone Via Side USB Charging Interface https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MNWWSBK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_1RKXAFYYGVE9DEEV46JN?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I realise this is a bit late now, but it may still be of use to you - I've written an instructable on how to use modern AAA batteries in Polaroid Land Cameras.
As an aside, should you ever have a problem with the film transport mechanism in the 120 back, here's an instructable I wrote about how to fix it: http://www.instructables.com/id/Fixing-a-Broken-Film-Transport-on-a-Bronica-SQ-A-F/
https://sendvid.com/8xm11mho Here is the link, mate.. My modification sounds like simply 😆 1)bought a cheap TLR 2) dismantle and repair the critical parts 3) chop to fit new design 4) put on a Lomo Diana mod 5) build a new body 6) test Due to my poor workmanship, I lost the infinity, but the closest focus change to 700mm right now
I tried the screwdriver trick to get the back panel off and it doesn't work. I had to buy a pro prying kit from Amazon and that did the trick. You can try super gluing it that way or buy a broken Sun 600 and pry its back off and use the loops from that. This is gonna be a long link but here is the pry set I used for my camera. https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Non-Abrasive-Spudgers-Anti-Static-Tweezers/dp/B00PHNMEMC/ref=sr\_1\_27?crid=2P9GRPJ8GKP86&dchild=1&keywords=pry+tool+kit&qid=1635605151&sprefix=pry+tool+kit%2Caps%2C761&sr=8-27
If you are worried about ruining film due to heat/storing conditions — have you considered storing them in the fridge? It is common practice to store film in the fridge and the general consensus seems to be that storing unused/unopened Polaroid packs in the fridge makes a big difference as well. If you don’t have room if your fridge you could always buy a mini one. They make these tiny ones for beauty products that would store film perfectly whilst also not taking up a lot of room. Here is the link for the one I use:
AstroAI Mini Fridge, 4 Liter/6 Can AC/DC Portable Thermoelectric Cooler and Warmer Refrigerators for Skincare, Beverage,Foods, Medications, Home and Travel, ETL Listed (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RXK37LL/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_81H91C124AYX32DZSEN4?psc=1
Thanks for asking. There's really not much to say, I just went online and bought some imitation gold leaf sheets and some metal leaf adhesive. It's relatively inexpensive, and with a little practice, it's a great way to add something different to one's projects. Here are the materials I used:
Small amounts of ambient light coming from devices or through windows (night is never completely dark due to the moon and stars after all) can definitely affect the film, especially over the course of several minutes when changing it between packs. I've been careless about that in the past and ended up with shots pre-exposed with a reddish tint.
A darkroom changing bag is really useful to have for this. You can transfer film any time of the day without a light-tight room and can work a bit more relaxed knowing you don't need to rush.
Fuji has a official instax square album. I have one, it has a magnet lock and is good.
Looks like this, found mine on Ebay for a discount.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Official-instax-SQUARE-photo-album/dp/B08XXYQ9NX
I have this one: Lowepro LP37180 ProTactic Utility Bag. Fits the camera nicely. Only two left in the US Amazon store.
The SX-70 is still my favorite camera, but I am very impressed with the OneStep+ and the recent i-Type film after doing this. Tried out light painting for the first time and coincidentally my order for the new i-Type spectrum frame came in. This frame is surprisingly a great fit with these multicolor LED glow sticks. Strictly followed Jason Page’s YT tutorial on light painting with the OneStep+. I never modify my photos (except for dust speck removal) so seeing a pink ribbon that vibrant on a Polaroid shocks me.
For example, on this page:
https://www.amazon.de/Fujifilm-Instax-Sofortbildkamera-Blush-Gold/dp/B07CV6XRBD
you can go down into the "product information" section and find this model number:
16581408
which, if you then plug into google, gets you a bunch of listings for the SQ6 without the "Ex D" mark.
Also, I've found an EAN code for another Instax (4547410313826) which is listed here with the "Ex D" mark, but if you google it you get a bunch of listings without it.
I still have zero clue what the hell this could mean, but it doesn't appear to be a critical difference. Generally, if it was actually different, it would get a different model number or barcode (EAN).
Thanks! I used THESE and my kids love it. We can make a stack of perfect snowballs in matter of seconds. :)
I ordered one from Amazon that fits i-type film pretty tightly. Not Polaroid brand but it's nice enough.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KGQNDLF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Hello my friend,
This is the Vintage Polaroid One Step SX-70 (It’s not the new ones) that’s why this camera uses SX-70 films:
https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-OneStep-SX-70-Rainbow-Camera/dp/B003K1M9YG
It was this one, but it's not strong enough for my SX-70 without some finagling. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LY7HYWU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I woudn't recomend it.
I have the same problem! I’ve been thinking about just getting a regular photo album with the large, self stick pages. Such as this one:
But I read that apparently the glue is bad for the polaroid image quality over time? Although I can’t imagine why.
It's a different avenue, but you can buy darkroom bag linke this one on Amazon and then transfer to another cartridge. That's what I do when a battery pack dies on me.
You're in luck as it's readily available. Here's an Amazon link but it's available many places online.
https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Originals-4670-Color-White/dp/B075H4WWP1
Amazon currently have it in stock for $20. But be aware that it will probably be expired til from last year. But I got good results from it.
haters may hate but pro tip the nintendo switch is nearly the same size as the sx-70 sonar. I use this and it works great
Sonar Case
It's Polaroid's x0.43 Wide Angle and Macro 37mm attachment and another generic 37mm telephoto lens. I'll make a post with my photos soon, I'm still trying them out.
yep. the filters are super common, IIRC Mamiya is 77mm right? https://www.amazon.com/ProMaster-4332235809-Promaster-77mm-Filter/dp/B0009V5VQS
the filter factor is 3x, or about 1.6 stops. easy to adjust for.
I have a ton of photos so I keep a majority of them in a photo box all mixed in so they are in the dark, cool and dry. But I also have a photo album that I’ve bought from amazon for pretty cheap that fits Polaroids perfectly. I keep mine in here from trips and vacations!
Yes! I found it on Amazon for $30 and it’s totally worth it for more than just looks/protection, it gives a more ergonomic curve to the camera and makes it WAY easier to hold steady imho:
Forusky Vintage PU Leather Camera... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073FGZ94M?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
There are some of these same cases for sale on eBay for $10-15 cheaper but you might be looking at a month shipping time from China. This one came in a few days Prime.
Is this over-sized? And what screw does it fit? I got a set like this one and haven't found a need since
It's on Amazon as well: https://www.amazon.com/Polaroid-Instant-Color-I-Type-Film/dp/B084GXXLM7/
Interesting to see these film bundles, it's $30 cheaper than buying 5 individual packs. That's a huge discount.
Amazon sells them in bulk, at least in the US. I believe this is among the best prices you can get unless you wait for Black Friday etc.
You need SX-70 film. You'll probably have to order it online, I usually only see retail stores sell 600 and i-Type and neither will work with SX-70 cameras (600 is too light sensitive causing overexposed photos and i-Type doesn't have a battery needed to power vintage cameras).
Since the SX-70 generation film is less light sensitive and the cameras don't have a built-in flash, you'll have better results taking pictures outdoors in good daylight. To shoot indoors, you'll want to get a flash - there are several compatible vintage electronic flashes, otherwise modern MiNT Flashbar will work too.
I use these.
Arpan Deluxe Large Self Adhesive Ring Binder Photo Album 40 Sheets/80 Sides - Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00PHEXYHA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JPGWCbDT5N04V
Or this guy sells OG Polaroid albums on ebay. Smaller and different style of holding the photo. I have these too.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F223491202898
my experience so far: I was out yesterday in 7-13 degrees C weather and I had no issue with the film. I put it in my hoodie pockets and my body heat was enough to prevent any green tint.
my first time out with a Polaroid it was around - 2 ish degrees C which indeed caused a green tint.
thought/idea, have not tried: you could also get a bag and put a reusable hand warmer in there, you know the ones that you boil to restore. they don't cost much. they will hopefully work. I mean for a longer walk you'd need more than one so you could swap them as they go cold. this should keep your film packs warm when not in use. something like: https://www.amazon.com/Emergency-Zone-Pocket-Sized-Non-Toxic-Arthritis/dp/B00H1XZEVO/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1550470557&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=hand+warmer+reusable&dpPl=1&dpID=51SIx8T0a-L&ref=plSrch
Link? The Polaroid Originals store has no Spectra film in stock (and it's been like this for a long time now) and the color Spectra film on Amazon is selling from third-party individuals only for upwards of $70.
I haven't found a great case for the automat yet -- it's much shorter and fatter than the other instax cameras (which tend to be tall and thin) which makes it harder to find a small fitting case for it.
Right now I just keep it in a padded pouch inside of a larger bag, but it's really only ideal for transporting it and not so much having it readily available. You can go with something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Forusky-Leather-Protector-Camera-Automat/dp/B0746H4P9Q/
But a lot of the options for Instax accessories (cases, straps and albums) are pretty low-end so it can be tough to find a "nice" one that actually fits these things!
Shipped and sold by Amazon via Polaroid originals. I contacted Amazon and they just told me to file a return and have a new one sent out.
I'm a polaroid fan but to be objective, if you are on a budget, fujifilm is a better bet for a new camera. Cameras are ~ $100 and film is much cheaper - more than 2x cheaper per shot than Polaroid and produce better quality that current polaroid originals film.
These are both great Instax cameras to give as gifts I think.
I'd personally recommend the WIDE camera (second link) as the "mini" photos are just too small to be useful (to me at least). Mini camera (1st link) does have more options however. But both are better cameras than current iType OneStep 2 PO sells.
If you are going polaroid route, I'd say avoid plastic consumer cameras of the 90s. And even the new onestep2. They are just too basic and too cheap (i know I'll get flamed for this). In my opinion, there are 3 cameras that are really worth having from polaroid:
SX-70 (Model 1 and 2) • 680 SLR <-overall best pick but pricy • Spectra SE/PRO (Or Minolta variant of the same).
If you don't mind gifting a used Polaroid camera and on a budget, Spectra SE sells on ebay for 20-50$ based on condition and it's all inclusive (no need for any add-ons), higher end camera that shoots larger format film. If you snag one for 40$ like I did, you will still have enough for 3 packs of film to go with it!
my 2 cents.
I use instax mini/wide but store them in these:
https://www.amazon.com/Globe-Weis-Pendaflex-Fiberboard-Storage-3X5BLA/dp/B0036CRNK4
They're cheap, look a lot better than a normal shoe box and store a ton of them. The Wide and the PO should be about the same size, so they should fit nice.
For actual displaying/albums, I use these: https://www.amazon.fr/Fujifilm-Instax-Wide-Album-Noir/dp/B01GFQRB7W
They're designed for Instax Wide also, but again I think they're the same size as PO film. Nice album that holds a decent amount!
I don't think the bel-air is gone but you're right I cant seem to find one. I have a converted Polaroid 110B with a belair and its great so if you like the camera be patient or contact Nate at http://www.polaroidconversions.com/ he did my conversion. He might have a back to sell. You could if you wanted to tinker try to convert to mini instax with the Diana mini back https://www.amazon.com/Lomography-Diana-Instant-Back-Black/dp/B0027DK206/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496325889&sr=8-1-fkmr2&keywords=belair+instant+back
Oh that's actually really easy. Use either nd filters for the pack https://www.amazon.com/Impossible-ND-Filter-Twin-Pack/dp/B006HFW6OU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496945792&sr=8-1&keywords=impossible+project+nd+filter
Or the lens kit with the nd filter https://www.amazon.com/Lens-Polaroid-SX-70-SX70-SLR680/dp/B00EHFVLZW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496946016&sr=8-2&keywords=impossible+project+nd+filter
You can find cheaper options on Ebay if you don't want the full lens kit. But yeah that will stop the film down to work with the SX70's sensor.
The "preview before print" is a nice thing, and one I actually was looking forward to but it also sometimes keeps you from taking a chance. With the Analog cameras I find myself going through tons of film, getting bad shots but also getting really neat ones and there's something special about getting a shot that turns out fantastic after having no clue what you're going to get.
I have tried importing/printing my own photos but the quality isn't too great. The exposure is very tricky (anything light will often be over-exposed), so I probably won't be using it as much.. but still a nice thing to have!
The analog one doesn't have a release date yet. Most likely they're trying to get as many sales of this one before bringing that out. I'm guessing we might see one late 2017 or early 2018.
There was a leaked photo of it: http://www.fujirumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Fujifilm-Instax-Square-SQ-715x720.jpg
If not Fuji, I'm sure MINT or LOMO will be happy to make one :)
As for displaying.. I'm still looking for a good solution. I have so many that I store them in these: https://www.amazon.com/Globe-Weis-Pendaflex-Fiberboard-Storage-3X5BLA/dp/B0036CRNK4
I have about 12-13 boxes full and they do a nice job of holding them.. but I really do want to find a nice album or wall-mount. Most seem to be designed for cheap price rather than quality, unfortunately.
Yeah, I'm still looking for a good workaround solution for it without luck. Even the slave mode seems a bit hit-or-miss and never gives shots as nice as with the Lomo and Flash.
I'd happily drop a couple-hundred bucks on a Mini with a hotshoe or PC-Sync cable, or even an after-market solution. I picked up a 3D (2-lens) camera a few years back (also a Fuji!) which had the same issue of not allowing for an off-camera flash and it was a nighmare trying to get that one to work.
I've been wondering if these things would work with a flash trigger on top of the hotshoe portion: https://www.amazon.com/Flash-Remote-Control-Controller-Trigger/dp/B00MRLKG0O
It would be nice to block the flash completely with one of them to get not only a sure-fire light sensor but also not have to deal with the stray light from it
Look for a Polaroid Land Camera. They made a bunch of models.
http://camerapedia.wikia.com/wiki/Polaroid_100-400_series
The film is either expired Polaroid film or else Fuji FP-300C film:
Amazon, this boxed set should be 100 images total so thats .75 an image and thats cheap for wide.
This is the one: http://www.amazon.com/Lomography-Diana-Instant-Back-Black/dp/B0027DK206 (or here: http://shop.lomography.com/en/diana-instant-back)
Unlike the one on Filmwasters, I was able to get mine to focus properly with much fuss. The "trick" is to remove the plate binding the bellows to the focal plane, and then glue the bellows. Without the plate you can get the Diana back sitting directly on the focal plane.
Congrats! Its said Steve Jobs used the SX-70 as part of his inspiration for a lot of apple designs. Its a sexy fantastic camera. My suggestion to start since impossible film is really picky at times would be to buy some expired film from them and just play with it and learn (its wayyyyy cheaper). Also when you do buy new film the Black and White 2.0 is a lot easier to use compared to color, so you will get better images right off the bat with less learning curve.
When you feel comfortable with it look into buying these filters they will allow you to use the 600 speed film in your camera. The only thing it will do is allow you to purchase more types of film and different frames. It helps when trying to find cheaper or sale film on Impossible Projects website.
Last packs I bought from Amazon. I buy from Adorama and B&H when it's over $8.99
I would say the discolored lines are from dirty rollers and the undeveloped patches are common in expired Polaroid film.
I'd try cleaning the rollers and ordering some Impossible Project film:
Well, you've basically gotten a "free puppy"...(if you don't mind the color frame instead of the white frame, you can get http://www.amazon.com/Impossible-PRD2959-Polaroid-600-Type-Camera/dp/B00GQRU4D4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1447676566&sr=8-2&keywords=impossible+600+film for $21) the film is $$$$ but if you are careful with your shot selection you can have a lot of fun and not spend an enormous amount of money.
Get a fuji instax camera and you can take photos for roughly $.71 per shot on the mini film and $1 or so on the wide film.
There's also FP-3000B, which is a black and white film that has been discontinued. You can still buy it at B&H, but it's about $10 more expensive than FP-100C.
As for battery, if you don't want to deal with a triple A conversion, then you can buy this one. There's one 1-star review on it, but I bought mine a few months ago and it still works, so....
You could get the Polaroid Z340 the film isnt as expensive as some of the Fujifilms or Impossible Projects, and its a digital camera too. There is a border you can put on the photo that makes it look like a classic polaroid picture too. the film takes about a minute to print and comes out dry, and is really great quality