Thanks for making this review, Gordon. These cameras have shown up in my shop, and I just didn't know how it compared to the Instax Mini. Now I can better inform customers.
THANK YOU for the Instax mini comparisons. Some reviews I read and watched implied the Go’s prints were pretty bad and I was hesitant on picking up the Go. They’re actually not that bad in comparison. My main purpose for buying is portability since I plan on taking this with me to work once we all go back to in-person working.
It is a lot smaller than the INSTAX cameras. Each of them has quite a unique look and it can be hard to get consistency out of any of them, but that's part of the fun! Otherwise, consider an instant printer.
Like always a very good review Gordon. I did preorder the Polaroid Go and up to now I only used two packs of film. The photo's are small but it's something different compared to Instax mini. Owning several instant cameras from Polaroid , Fujifilm, Lomography and the Leica Sofort it's a nice addition. I almost never shoot selfies but I also found that indoor selfies turn out rather dark. Outdoor in bright sunlight gives the typical current Polaroid look. I also like Instax (more reliable) in the different formats. It's good that we have a choice between the two companies with each a certain character.
Our family converted to instax printers for family gatherings... seems so gimmicky at first but proper fun nowadays. We just hook up all the camera via hdmi to the big screen go thru and select them and start printing and giving them off to the kids and whoever wants one. Ain't cheap but at least no waste of film taking it straight with the instax cameras.
"Polaroid is a small operation..." That was weird for me to hear, as someone who lived through the original Polaroid company's heyday. Great review! Thanks for showing comparison shots with Instax Square.
For real! My friend just gave my 6yr old daughter one of these used so (no instructions) I came here to see. Nostalgic and a bit jealous I didn't have 1 at her age.
looking forward to buy mine soon. this one was the straight on point review. i’m no longer confused between which one to buy. keep up the good work mate. Brighton shots really helped a lot! cheers.
Great video and review! I recently got one and yes it lives in my camera bag. Agree that the photos are washed out and have a magenta tone and hope that Polaroid can improve in the film quality but overall as a novelty piece it is a great little camera👍🏼
I really liked the Kodak instant film, the negative and empty pod could be removed by peeling it off of the back of the print; that left a normal appearing photograph, without a blob on the bottom.
Oh man, I'm so jealous! My grandma had a Colorburst 100, and I used it as a prop for my Max Caulfield cosplay before I got a Polaroid 600, but sadly I can't use it as an actual camera because its unique film and battery are no longer in production :( I think I've seen a few photos from it, though, and I love how smooth the photos were, it was like the frame and the image were the same flat surface (and not an actual frame like the Polaroid and Instax film). Almost like a card.
Was trimprint film only usable in compatibile trimprint kodak instant cameras;but positive separated from negative start to fade;kodak film was only silk not glossy,better for scanner and smartphone photo of the instant photo but silk surface make very less sharp picture and color was less brillant vs polaroid and dynamic range a disaster also fuji instax a disaster in complex highlight and shadows situation;fuji instax are contrast and satiration wow kodak nothing
oh your review is so lovely thank you so much :) i feel sort if in love with the look of the polaroid go film especially with the colorful photos you took, seems a bit dreamy. this was so easy to watch and understand :)
A daft thing, I'll probably buy it. My pink japanese Hello Kitty polaroid is the pride of my collection.. The last few seconds of the review are telling though, those Instax Square pictures look bigger and better
@@cameralabs not yet because up till now I was considering buying an Instax camera because it's cheaper. But seeing the Polaroid go and what it's able to do I think I'm starting to get more into Polaroid 😀
Great review, as always! On the outdoor photo’s, the dynamic range of the Go looks better than on the Instax; is this the case? The photo’s remind me a the output of the first Mint camera, I had some years ago. That dreamy look!
Hmm. Your film looks much better than mine. Maybe mine was a weird batch? I’m gonna have to get some more. I wasn’t very impressed with the results but these look better.
Great review, thank you. I've just bought my Go 2 Gen, and overall is a cute little piece. The problem I've noticed is a recurrent white pin mark on the top left corner, exactly as the one on 5:13, top row 1st and 3rd shots from the left. Is that a problem of the film or the camera? In my case around 70% have it, and I've taken 35 photos. My camera is right out of the box, so I don't think it is related to dirt in the rollers. Hope you can clarify that question. Thanks again
two worlds apart from the recently tested alpha1 ! I prefer the idea of instant printers if they make them bigger and manage to reduce costs per print....
@@cameralabs if only it where half price. I'd definitely would try it. 110 euros here which is quite the investment compared to a 55 euro mini 11. Oh well I'm spending money on parts for an sx70 refurb anyway haha
@@cameralabs honestly don't know. i do my own repairs and have done so on many camera's. I often buy broken camera's i know i can repair. Currently having an Afga Electronic Compact in repair with faulty electronics. It's usually corrosion from battery leakage. I bought a replacement leather for the SX70, so i expect repairs to cost me 30 euros for the leather. Perhaps a few cents on cleaning alcohols and hopefully have it squeeky clean in just an hour or two. Polaroids haven't given me any hard times in the past, the box types that is. The hardest part is usually getting the front off. Reminds me i still have a Polaroid 660 sonar box type to repair. bought it for 4 euros so it's cheap decoration so far in my opinion. Bought the sx70 for 30 euros btw, so i hope to have a perfect sx70 for 60 euros in parts :)
Hey there, great review! I was just just wondering whether buying a polaroid go or an instax mini 11 when I saw your review. Personally, I prefer photos taken with an instax mini 11. However, I heard that instax mini 11 can't really deal with very sunny days. On the other hand, I read that polaroid go neither can! So, in bright situations, what's the best one between these two cameras? Thank you a lot.
@@cameralabs Yes, of course it would be a nice alternative. However, I was looking for something a bit cheaper. Anyway, in the end I think I'll buy a polaroid go. I mean, it isn't the best option, since sometimes photos are really dark or too bright, but I think it is a good option considering its price. Moreover, this camera takes pictures with the classical effect Polaroid's always had. In conclusion, thank you a lot, you helped me too with your videos. Keep recording videos like that! :)
@@rihasanatrofolo2472 Hey there! I've actually bought my polaroid go like two days ago so I haven't been able to try it well. However, I can let you know if you wish. :)
what i am really curious about is why the polaroid film develops so slowly compared to the 70s. I know that another company makes them, after it got discontinued, but why not just use the old formula?
I'm not sure, but now I've started reviewing their products hopefully I can get a better insight going forward... it's possible they are developing as quickly, but they're being cautious about exposing them to ambient light too soon.
The old formula was lost. It has been years of ongoing work to reverse engineer it. There’s only one factory left, in the Netherlands I believe, so slow going one would imagine.
The Instax film (I use Mini and Square film) IMO feels kind of kind of tacky compared to the Polaroid 600 film which feels sleek and weighted. The thing I like about the Polaroid film is that the frame is... seamless? whereas the Instax film has a kind of crease thing at the bottom. The 600/i-Type Polaroid film is also a lot bigger which is really nice, but sometimes cuteness calls!
Cute little camera, but the more expensive consumables and strange contrast isn't for me. If I'm going to offer it to someone, specially a girl, it's a great choice. For personal use, I'd look for something with cheaper consumables and better handling of contrast and light.
I hear this all the time regarding price differences. UK pricing is often higher than US beacuse of a number of reasons. First, UK price includes VAT at 20% versus the US price which hasn't had local sales tax added yet. Second, unless it's made in your country, it has to be imported, which means potential discount for larger numbers in bigger markets like the US, as well as exchange rates, and UK has been lower after Brexit vs many currencies.
@@cameralabs I bought an open box normal one but no charger came with it! Have about 6 Polaroids including a very old SX-70 and 4 Instax in 3 formats. If the price dropped - “maybe”. Hey I bought your book - used on Amazon - for half price. Enjoyable! Do MORE older digital camera reviews on your other YT site!
The printers are the most sensible choice, yes. But I know some like the fact an instant print may be the only copy of a photo, so it has some privacy or value in that regard.
@@cameralabs Good point...though it reminded me of an incident as kids when 2 ten yr olds wanted the only copy of a polaroid photo and had a huge fight over it...would have been easier if another print could have been made. 🤣😂🤣
Warning: read the fine print for digital process instant cameras (the ones with printers not analog film). You basically grant them the right to use your photography. So don’t dispossess your creativity. Go analog!
Amazing review. Heard some "bad" things about the quality of the Polaroid Go but your review made me feel better about it specially seeing it the other day at Target, I fell in love with the way it looks and size! I currently have the Instax Mini11 and was looking into the Mini EVO. But now I'm debating between the Mini EVO and Polaroid Go??? Be great if you could review these🥲
The four examples shown are not worth a long wait for adequate developing. They look washed out and very soft. Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder but I cannot see what all the fuss is about. This system is clearly aiming for the nostalgic market. Poor optics and awful color density makes it a dud, certainly not worth $100.
Thanks for making this review, Gordon. These cameras have shown up in my shop, and I just didn't know how it compared to the Instax Mini. Now I can better inform customers.
Glad to be of service!
THANK YOU for the Instax mini comparisons. Some reviews I read and watched implied the Go’s prints were pretty bad and I was hesitant on picking up the Go. They’re actually not that bad in comparison. My main purpose for buying is portability since I plan on taking this with me to work once we all go back to in-person working.
It is a lot smaller than the INSTAX cameras. Each of them has quite a unique look and it can be hard to get consistency out of any of them, but that's part of the fun! Otherwise, consider an instant printer.
Nice video. I never knew I needed this camera until seeing this review
Ha ha, me neither!
Like always a very good review Gordon. I did preorder the Polaroid Go and up to now I only used two packs of film. The photo's are small but it's something different compared to Instax mini. Owning several instant cameras from Polaroid , Fujifilm, Lomography and the Leica Sofort it's a nice addition. I almost never shoot selfies but I also found that indoor selfies turn out rather dark. Outdoor in bright sunlight gives the typical current Polaroid look. I also like Instax (more reliable) in the different formats. It's good that we have a choice between the two companies with each a certain character.
Thanks, i agree with everything you've said!
Our family converted to instax printers for family gatherings... seems so gimmicky at first but proper fun nowadays. We just hook up all the camera via hdmi to the big screen go thru and select them and start printing and giving them off to the kids and whoever wants one. Ain't cheap but at least no waste of film taking it straight with the instax cameras.
Yes, the printers make a LOT off sense!
This is a great review! Thanks for all the comparisons: photos, features, film and camera prices - very informative!
"Polaroid is a small operation..." That was weird for me to hear, as someone who lived through the original Polaroid company's heyday. Great review! Thanks for showing comparison shots with Instax Square.
For real!
My friend just gave my 6yr old daughter one of these used so (no instructions) I came here to see. Nostalgic and a bit jealous I didn't have 1 at her age.
looking forward to buy mine soon. this one was the straight on point review. i’m no longer confused between which one to buy. keep up the good work mate. Brighton shots really helped a lot! cheers.
You're very welcome! Do also check out my Polaroid Now review to see how the bigger one compares too.
In the cuteness category, Polaroid gets the win. But I prefer the look of the Fuji prints.
That's my general feeling too, although I have grown fond of the Polaroid prints even over a few days
I got this for Christmas and so glad I got it now ordered more film just waiting for the right occasion
Glad you're happy with it!
This is the best review I saw about this camera, thanks for the good work! :) I already bought a Polaroid Go and can‘t wait to use it :)
Thanks!
So cute, i might get 9ne just for display... I'm also waiting for the come back of cameras with disposable flash bulbs... that would be cool...
Hah! I remember those disposable flashes! And yes, this camera is great for display when you're not using it...
Great video and review! I recently got one and yes it lives in my camera bag. Agree that the photos are washed out and have a magenta tone and hope that Polaroid can improve in the film quality but overall as a novelty piece it is a great little camera👍🏼
Glad you liked the video - and your camera!
@@cameralabs 👍🏼👍🏼
I really liked the Kodak instant film, the negative and empty pod could be removed by peeling it off of the back of the print; that left a normal appearing photograph, without a blob on the bottom.
Oh man, I'm so jealous! My grandma had a Colorburst 100, and I used it as a prop for my Max Caulfield cosplay before I got a Polaroid 600, but sadly I can't use it as an actual camera because its unique film and battery are no longer in production :( I think I've seen a few photos from it, though, and I love how smooth the photos were, it was like the frame and the image were the same flat surface (and not an actual frame like the Polaroid and Instax film). Almost like a card.
Was trimprint film only usable in compatibile trimprint kodak instant cameras;but positive separated from negative start to fade;kodak film was only silk not glossy,better for scanner and smartphone photo of the instant photo but silk surface make very less sharp picture and color was less brillant vs polaroid and dynamic range a disaster also fuji instax a disaster in complex highlight and shadows situation;fuji instax are contrast and satiration wow kodak nothing
oh your review is so lovely thank you so much :) i feel sort if in love with the look of the polaroid go film especially with the colorful photos you took, seems a bit dreamy. this was so easy to watch and understand :)
Thanks!
I love how the front bit looks like a little robot face 🤖
Yes it does, doesn't it?! I'm trying to remember which robot though, is it Jonny 5 from Short Circuit?
@@cameralabs Just looks to me like a generic cartoony sci-fi robot. Johnny Five was next level cool.
@@LE672AJ ha ha! It still reminds me of something specific...
A daft thing, I'll probably buy it. My pink japanese Hello Kitty polaroid is the pride of my collection.. The last few seconds of the review are telling though, those Instax Square pictures look bigger and better
It's a must then!
Amazing video! The comparison between different cameras and types of film was really informative, thank you!!
You're welcome! Have you seen my more recent one which includes the Polaroid Now?
@@cameralabs not yet because up till now I was considering buying an Instax camera because it's cheaper. But seeing the Polaroid go and what it's able to do I think I'm starting to get more into Polaroid 😀
@@powthecat well I have reviews of all the INSTAX cameras too, so I hope you enjoy watching them!
@@cameralabs I've already seen some of them, great videos! And very helpful, thanks!
@@powthecat great stuff, thanks!
I like Polaroid, but enjoyed the punched up instaxs. Great video.
Thanks! I prefer INSTAX, but I think there's room for Polaroid in my life too!
I just wanted to watch some videos and decide what insta camera to buy. Well, thanks to your brilliant videos I've decided to buy them all😅
Hah! You're welcome!
I just think the Go looks more Polaroid-ish. Looks more like a picture taken in the old time. I like it
Great pictures!!! Loved the comparison with instax mini
Thanks! I think it's important to see them both.
Wow! Such a great review! Really appreciate it! Definitely gonna get this little guy now.
Thanks! I also reviewed the larger Now if you're curious, as well as all the INSTAX models... but this one is still one of the cutest!
I'm a happy user of the Instax SQ10 but this looks too cute not to have!
Exactly!
excellent video especially with all the samples, thank you.
You're very welcome!
Great review, as always! On the outdoor photo’s, the dynamic range of the Go looks better than on the Instax; is this the case? The photo’s remind me a the output of the first Mint camera, I had some years ago. That dreamy look!
I'd say instax does favour a more blown out style, with the impression of a lower Dr.
what do you mean by "how long do you have to be waiting" (at 4:42) what advice do you give to those who take pictures of landscapes?
Thanks Gordon. Square format is thee best for Polaroids
This is an excellent review, thank you!
Thanks! Have you seen my one on the Polaroid Now?
Hmm. Your film looks much better than mine. Maybe mine was a weird batch? I’m gonna have to get some more. I wasn’t very impressed with the results but these look better.
If you're out and about, how do you recommend storing a recently printed photo so that it can develop properly, but without damaging it?
I put it in my bag
Great review, thank you. I've just bought my Go 2 Gen, and overall is a cute little piece. The problem I've noticed is a recurrent white pin mark on the top left corner, exactly as the one on 5:13, top row 1st and 3rd shots from the left. Is that a problem of the film or the camera? In my case around 70% have it, and I've taken 35 photos. My camera is right out of the box, so I don't think it is related to dirt in the rollers. Hope you can clarify that question. Thanks again
I'm not sure, sorry! It might be an inherent problem with the format or the camera. You'd need to speak to Polaroid.
@@cameralabs Thanks Gordon
two worlds apart from the recently tested alpha1 ! I prefer the idea of instant printers if they make them bigger and manage to reduce costs per print....
Yes, an INSTAX Wide or Polaroid I-type printer would be good.
I was thinkimg to something really big, like A4, but maybe it's too much for intant printing...
@@paololarocca7684 blimey! Polaroid did actually make a 10x8 instant system, but it was super expensive and for pro use. It's quite rare now.
I didn't know that, maybe with advancements in technology someone can try making it again for the masses...
Impossible Project still only coming out with stylish new cameras instead of trying to make the film better.
I am quite early to this comments section it seems. Time to grab some popcorn. This thing is cute.
Welcome and congrats on the first comment.
@@cameralabs I don't think it's an achievement 😂😂
it's so cute. i'm just worried if the format will be supported for long enough. smaller polaroid films never lasted the way the classic shape did.
That's a valid concern.
@@cameralabs if only it where half price. I'd definitely would try it. 110 euros here which is quite the investment compared to a 55 euro mini 11. Oh well I'm spending money on parts for an sx70 refurb anyway haha
@@fallyn2920 how much is the SX70 costing to fix? It is quite an old model...
@@cameralabs honestly don't know. i do my own repairs and have done so on many camera's. I often buy broken camera's i know i can repair. Currently having an Afga Electronic Compact in repair with faulty electronics. It's usually corrosion from battery leakage. I bought a replacement leather for the SX70, so i expect repairs to cost me 30 euros for the leather. Perhaps a few cents on cleaning alcohols and hopefully have it squeeky clean in just an hour or two. Polaroids haven't given me any hard times in the past, the box types that is. The hardest part is usually getting the front off. Reminds me i still have a Polaroid 660 sonar box type to repair. bought it for 4 euros so it's cheap decoration so far in my opinion. Bought the sx70 for 30 euros btw, so i hope to have a perfect sx70 for 60 euros in parts :)
@@fallyn2920 nice one! It's so good to repair gear if you have the skill - I don't for most jobs!
Hey there, great review!
I was just just wondering whether buying a polaroid go or an instax mini 11 when I saw your review.
Personally, I prefer photos taken with an instax mini 11. However, I heard that instax mini 11 can't really deal with very sunny days. On the other hand, I read that polaroid go neither can! So, in bright situations, what's the best one between these two cameras? Thank you a lot.
The cheaper instax cameras certainly struggle in bright light. How about one of the instax digital hybrids?
@@cameralabs Yes, of course it would be a nice alternative. However, I was looking for something a bit cheaper. Anyway, in the end I think I'll buy a polaroid go. I mean, it isn't the best option, since sometimes photos are really dark or too bright, but I think it is a good option considering its price. Moreover, this camera takes pictures with the classical effect Polaroid's always had.
In conclusion, thank you a lot, you helped me too with your videos.
Keep recording videos like that! :)
@@federico6264 Did you end up buying it and did you regret going for the Go?
@@rihasanatrofolo2472 Hey there! I've actually bought my polaroid go like two days ago so I haven't been able to try it well. However, I can let you know if you wish. :)
@@federico6264 Sure, I would love to hear how it performs!
what i am really curious about is why the polaroid film develops so slowly compared to the 70s. I know that another company makes them, after it got discontinued, but why not just use the old formula?
I'm not sure, but now I've started reviewing their products hopefully I can get a better insight going forward... it's possible they are developing as quickly, but they're being cautious about exposing them to ambient light too soon.
The old formula was lost. It has been years of ongoing work to reverse engineer it. There’s only one factory left, in the Netherlands I believe, so slow going one would imagine.
To my eye the Fujifilm Instax pics generally look better.
And for me the Polaroid camera is just too small, as are the pictures.
Well they do the bigger ones too, this is their first small one.
The Instax film (I use Mini and Square film) IMO feels kind of kind of tacky compared to the Polaroid 600 film which feels sleek and weighted. The thing I like about the Polaroid film is that the frame is... seamless? whereas the Instax film has a kind of crease thing at the bottom. The 600/i-Type Polaroid film is also a lot bigger which is really nice, but sometimes cuteness calls!
@@areyoucereals good points! I hope you also enjoy my latest review of the Polaroid Now Keith Haring edition!
Really love this review!!!!!
Thanks! Check out my one of the Polaroid Now as well!
Cute little camera, but the more expensive consumables and strange contrast isn't for me.
If I'm going to offer it to someone, specially a girl, it's a great choice.
For personal use, I'd look for something with cheaper consumables and better handling of contrast and light.
How come I like the intax colors better?
I do too. Personal preference
The paper is eye watering expensive 😭
Really now.. like it more. Thanks for the video
Hi! I’ve been watching your videos lately and I just wanna ask for recommendations for a photo printer. ☺️
I've only reviewed the instant printers, so check out those reviews!
Excellent video
Great review
Thanks!
Can you use it plugged in a charger?
You mean like it's being powered by the mains, i don't think so.
Great video 👌🏻
Thanks!
Great review, but what ridiculous pricing. $99 is closer to £70, not £110
I hear this all the time regarding price differences. UK pricing is often higher than US beacuse of a number of reasons. First, UK price includes VAT at 20% versus the US price which hasn't had local sales tax added yet. Second, unless it's made in your country, it has to be imported, which means potential discount for larger numbers in bigger markets like the US, as well as exchange rates, and UK has been lower after Brexit vs many currencies.
Had seen images OF the camera but not a test of one yet…
Are you tempted? I've also reviewed the normal size one
@@cameralabs I bought an open box normal one but no charger came with it! Have about 6 Polaroids including a very old SX-70 and 4 Instax in 3 formats.
If the price dropped - “maybe”.
Hey I bought your book - used on Amazon - for half price. Enjoyable!
Do MORE older digital camera reviews on your other YT site!
@@michaelbruchas6663 will do, in fact I posted a new retro video last Friday!
Polaroid looks better cuz of the vintage style
We decided the Fuji instax printers made more sense than this type of camera.
The printers are the most sensible choice, yes. But I know some like the fact an instant print may be the only copy of a photo, so it has some privacy or value in that regard.
@@cameralabs Good point...though it reminded me of an incident as kids when 2 ten yr olds wanted the only copy of a polaroid photo and had a huge fight over it...would have been easier if another print could have been made. 🤣😂🤣
@@torinsall and therein proves the value of a single print that exists nowhere else! Almost like an NFT!
love it
They've designed a completely new format and still chose to put only 8 photos in a cartridge. What a waste of material.
Warning: read the fine print for digital process instant cameras (the ones with printers not analog film). You basically grant them the right to use your photography. So don’t dispossess your creativity. Go analog!
Are you sure? Which system are you talking about?
Amazing review. Heard some "bad" things about the quality of the Polaroid Go but your review made me feel better about it specially seeing it the other day at Target, I fell in love with the way it looks and size! I currently have the Instax Mini11 and was looking into the Mini EVO. But now I'm debating between the Mini EVO and Polaroid Go??? Be great if you could review these🥲
I have reviewed the Mini EVO! Here you go ruclips.net/video/JwYhOurC22g/видео.html
@@cameralabs awesome thank you!
I bought my son one and it doesn’t work. My daughters instax works better.
Good day Gordon, I think they are just Gimmick cameras sorry
No problem, they're definitely not for everyone, but they are amazingly popular, especially INSTAX.
Polaroid go is more aesthetic than the instax
Nice sir
Released in 2021 and it uses micro-USB? Blah.
Yeah, I'd have preferred USB C
the prints are very muted in color and low quality. i'll pass on this camera
Shake it like a Polaroid picture..
Great song, but not necessary here or on INSTAX
Do you want to come over tomorrow night
これは欲しい！！
私も!
The four examples shown are not worth a long wait for adequate developing. They look washed out and very soft. Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder but I cannot see what all the fuss is about. This system is clearly aiming for the nostalgic market. Poor optics and awful color density makes it a dud, certainly not worth $100.
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it's a toy.
What's wrong with toys? You got something against having fun?
I also don't like the toyish look. And the price of the film in Brazil haha
@@gabrielantunesmusic6785 yes, the film is not cheap.