Polaroid Now Instant Film Camera Review
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- Опубликовано: 18 окт 2024
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I love the new Polaroid Now instant film camera. I wanted to share some of my favorite features of this new instant film camera from Polaroid with you. The Polaroid Now provides reliable instant Polaroid photos and makes it very easy to take a picture and get good results. The new auto focus feature is a game changer for the new line of Polaroid cameras.
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I think the Polaroid cameras are going to prove to be a great starting point for photography. Ted Forbes from The Art of Photography said that if you can take good pictures with cameras that have nothing but limitations to what they can do (like a box camera, for instance) then getting good pictures on just about any other kind of camera will be a cinch.
Kevin Smith That is an excellent point that you make!
So glad I found your video. Being the age I am ,this camera is more for nostalgia and convenience than instagram and aesthetic purposes. I've been sucking up phone memory,battery and time trying to print photos .This is a godsend .Thanks so much!
No problem! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🙂
I only really considered getting a Polaroid the other day. Thought I'd check out a review, yours was the first I watched. You've absolutely sold me on this camera. I'm glad to know that it's easy for new users, seeing as this'll be my first time trying out analog photography. Awesome video, and stay safe
I’m so glad the video helped you, it really is an amazing camera especially for beginners. You will enjoy it!
I just ordered one last night and I was already having regrets about my purchase because of the several low reviews i read before watching this. This review really gave a better perspective of what I'm getting and a complete turnaround of my expectations. Now I'm more excited than before. Hope i get mine soon. I've always wanted a polaroid cam since college and that was almost 10 years ago. I'm finally gonna be able to cross this one out of my bucket list. Thank you.
You will love it! 😁
Just got my mandalorian Polaroid camera today, it’s so cool with its baby yoda film
Congrats! Hope you enjoy it 🙂
I just won the red one in a Pringles promotion:):)
lucky ducky!
congrats!
Nice!!!!
epic : D
I won one in a beer promotion 🤭
thinking of getting one of these (zero experience with instant/vintage cameras) and this is really helpful, thank you!!
Ok, wow. I don’t know how I ended up here but what a review. You covered everything perfectly. I’m in Australia and looks like I’ll spend a couple hundred AU$ Monday on a yellow one. Sold ! Thanks heaps
Got one for Christmas. Thanks for the review!
same!
Me too!!!
Me 3 !! Haha
same lol
Me toooo (:
Nice to see young people interested in old school analog films . Learn to develop your own 35mm . Easy and inexpensive .
Loved the review! I've been sniffing around the idea of polaroid for awhile now, my best friends and I all have Japanese project cars from the 80's and 90's that we drive to car meets and whatnot. I have always loved the polaroid pictures from Japanese car meets from the 80's and 90's, I want to take similar pictures with my friends and I's cars. I've been looking around for a week now and I think this review really got me sold on this camera. Thank you! :D
thank you so much for the great tutorial and review! i just got this camera for my birthday and i could not be more excited to try it out now and take some pictures!! :)
Thanks so much for the review. I received my orange Polaroid Now yesterday and I've ordered i-type film for it. I can't wait to try it out. Thanks so much for the tip on holding the shutter button down half way to focus. That's not mentioned in the instructions. I've got 3 vintage Polaroids that run on 600 film and I agree with you - there's nothing like hearing the shutter click and then the motor spitting out an actual photo.
Congratulations! I hope you enjoy using your new camera! They are so much fun and there really is nothing else like them! 🙂
I can’t wait to get my hands on this. Something about The photos you take to be The only one of its existence. And it’s kind of cool to think about how did the photo traveled from where it was taken to where you’re looking at it now
I have a question. It's going to be my first time owning and using an instant camera. After taking the photos and waiting for them to develop, is it ok to stack them up inside the box while waiting? I mean, will there be no effect on the photos? Just curious. Thanks.
Sashi Katanashi Yes, you can do that.
Sashi Katanashi they’ll get scratched probably that’s it. You won’t even notice the lil scratches tho
Just got one for Christmas. You're video is very helpful. I'll need to play with the exposure a bit. Not like the old polaroid's, but something to get used to. Much appreciative for the video.
Thank you for watching! Enjoy your camera! 🙂
How do you recommend taking photos outside? I’ve tried a few times with the black and white film and it turns out sooo bright. I turned off the flash. Any tips are appreciated ❤
Just got one for a disco skating party. How do you half press and whole press? Does that mean you tap it lightly to focus? Then hold to take the photo? Also, what exposure to you tend to use?
The I-type and the 600 film is the same. The only different thing the I-type cartridge doesn't have battery.
Such a helpful video! Can you give me a tip on the proper way to remove the photo from underneath the black film cover??!
Thanks for this video, very useful!
I was reading through the manual that by double half pressing the shutter button it will allow you to change your composition. But what does this mean??? Thanks
Is this still a good camera?? Or would you steer me in another direction of Polaroid camara ?
I'm gonna get one for my gf birthday and I'm curious if when the film is developing you have to keep it in a dark area. Cuz when I think of Polaroid I think of the film coming out and then you shake it in the air
You do need to keep it shaded for a while, the old original formula years ago allowed for some sunlight but shaking it was more of a marketing thing because it was fun, it actually never did much for development 🙂
An absolutely superb evaluation. Very professional, clear and informative. 👍
Finally got mine and I’m in love I got the color I-type film 🎞
Awesome! I am so glad you like it 🙂
Thanks for the review! We’re taking a trip this summer and want something fun to capture candid moments. This answered the questions we had about the camera.
What would you argue is better: the polaroid now or the one step two? I already own the one step two, but that now is looking enticing
I like the now because of its simplicity and design 🙂
What do you suggest for outside winter
pictures when it is 30 degrees F.
I got mine months ago and I’ve taken pics in every kind of lighting and i don’t feel happy with how the pics come out . My friend has a different brand and her pics come live pretty clear and not dull like this camera. Am i doing something wrong 😩
Question so does the Polaroid now only print vintage photos? Or is there a film I can get for the regular effect?? And if so what type of film is it?
It pretty much prince one type of photo, I have other videos on other cameras that do different things though.
Do any of your guys pictures come out black/super dark? Would that be the film being bad or what can I possibly be doing wrong?
Hi,
Great review, very insightful for a first time buyer like me! Question though. Did you use the double exposure feature to get the blurriness effect for the photo of you in the mirror or was that an accident?? I just love how that photo came out!
Hi, that photo just came out that way, I didn’t do anything special. Because it wasn’t held perfectly still and it was taken indoors it was a little blurry which gave it that effect.
Just got one for my birthday yesterday! It's awesome
Same I got mine last week for my birthday
Same I got one today for my birthday
Can you do a "how to" put on a neck strap for polariod now video? That'd be very helpful
The Polaroid I have from the 90s the lens is adjustable for distances (like 3 m vs 3 ft), this seems to be fixed. What distance should the subject be from the camera?
how do the pictures compare to the 600? i see they sell refurbished 600 cameras. do these pictures have the same look or are these more sharp with better colors?
These will have sharper better colors but both are excellent cameras.
What is the size measurements of picture that you printed of yourself without boarders please?
how many zones is the auto-focus???
CAN U EXPLAIN HOW U MADE THE PHOTO BLACK AND WHTE OR HOW U GAVE THE OTHER ONE THAT COOL FILETER? THE FILTER THAT COMES ON THE BOX DOESNT MATCH WHAT CAME OUT OF THE CAMERA WEHN TOOK A PIC
Excellent question, you can buy black-and-white film for this camera and that is what I use. In order to get a filter look you will just need to play around with the settings, most of the time it will come out that way anyway. Hope that helps! If you love cameras and all that cool stuff be sure to subscribe because I do lots of videos on them.
I have the red one. This video was so helpful. Thank you.❤
When I hold the flash button, 3 lines come out on the little screen. At the bottom, middle, and top?. What do those mean?
Which would u pick this one or go version ?
I personally like the Polaroid Now for myself.
@@NReluctant i have instax mini 11 and for more bigger pic are this one “now “ right? Thank you 😊 about to order it tomorrow 🫶🏼
@@NReluctant What about SKENER POLAROID LAB if i have already instax mini 11 ??
Love the music you chose
How many pictures will the USB power
supply produce?
Thanks for the informative video. My son loves his camera
isnt the film instan film so do you need to let develope or do i not understand how insta film works
It starts developing immediately but may take around 10 minutes to fully show the photo as intended.
How does the double exposure feature work?
This is from Polaroid, “Press the self-timer button twice to enable double exposure mode. The display will flash ‘1’ until the first shot is taken, then flash ‘2’ until the second shot is taken.”
@@NReluctant
Thank you!
Awesome thanks for the help!! #1 fan!
Thx. I just got the Black one.
You will love it!
do you love it? it's been a week
the polaroid now says that it is compatible with the 600 film, would there be a problem if I used it with the 600 film? or what would the difference be?
I know right i read that too!
600 and I-type are the same thing but 600 has a built in battery and I-type doesn’t
You can use either film but your paying a bit more for the 600 because each film packet has a battery included . You will waste this on this camera because it has a rechargeable battery included.
So do you shake it like a Polaroid picture?
That’s actually a pretty common myth, these will develop better if you don’t shake them and you keep them out of direct light for at least 10 minutes or so after it comes out of the camera. 😁
Great review...will certainly go for the yellow model!
This dude is so helpful
liked the vibe at the end
Thanks! 😁
Wich is better? The Polaroid go or the Polaroid now?
Picture quality is good on both, the go is just smaller.
PLEASE HELP. When you insert a new packed of film, does the darkslide automatically come out, or do you have to take a photo. As when I tried this I was confused as it looked like in your video it does that automatically. But when I did mine, a line came on the count and nothing happened and I was confused. I had to take a picture for it to come out, and when I did the counter changed to 8. But before that I tried to pull out the film and try again, but the film got stuck and i couldn't get it out.
Ebony Correy Hi, make sure that you put the pack of film incorrectly, if you put it in upside down it won’t work.
This looks like a great camera! Looking for a camera for an 8-year-old, so I think the Instax will be better for her now, but a Polaroid might be great if she gets into it more!
That’s an awesome gift! I have a ton of videos on Instax cameras if you get a chance to check them out.
@@NReluctant Thank you! I definitely will do. We've been looking at the Instax Mini 11 for her. She's been getting into shooting videos and taking pictures on her hand-me-down iPad Air 2, which is on its last legs, (really bad ghost touch issue,) and I know she'll go nuts over having her own little pictures printing out, even if she does go through the film like crazy. I know that, when I was a kid, I wasted film in SO many disposable cameras, but this ought to help her learn to take pictures carefully ... eventually.
She's very careful with electronics, (she's had her iPad for years and it's held up,) so I think she can be trusted with an Instax.
Also, my parents have older, 2009, cameras, a Samsung 10 MP and a Kodak, we might hand down as well. The Samsung is still great for pictures, the Kodak for videos, so we should have all bases covered! Giving her an Instax plus some much older, gently used cameras to toy with makes more sense than spending $150+ on a camera she might not get into. If she gets into photagraphy and filming like she has with her iPad, we can look into maybe getting her something new and digital next year. Anyway, thanks for the vid! I'll check out your others!
@@MagicalAuroraDream that’s really great that she is so interested in photography! I think that you have an excellent plan with those cameras! 🙂
@@NReluctant 👍🏼 Trying to let her explore her interests without totally spoiling her. 😄 At least not much 👍🏼
@@NReluctant I actually have a question for you, and anyone else out there. Is the Mini 11 better for an 8-year-old, or could the Instax Mini LiPlay be better, so she can choose what to print, add filters, etc? I can see advantages and disadvantages to both. Not taking this lightly 😄
going to get this for my girlfriend on our one year anniversary i hope she likes it
That is an awesome gift! I am sure she will love it!
Hello! I'm looking for a polaroid that takes vintage vibe pictures for a friend. I don't have time to check out your other videos, sadly. But do you have reccomendations on the polaroids that also have the vintage vibe/look? :)
Yes, for reliable results and a decent vintage look check out the Polaroid 600 or Polaroid Sun 600, I have a video on this camera and I love it.
@@NReluctant thank you! :) such a fast reply
Can you shake the image to make it bloom (show the colour)
These develop without needing to be shaken 🙂
such a good review! thank you so much
Thank you for watching!
I’m having trouble deciding between this and the Fuji film sq6. I like the clear high quality pictures the sq6 produces, but like the size of picture the OG Polaroid. I can’t find a comparison between these two specific models, so which would you recommend? Is the quality that different?
It is definitely a tough decision to make, Fuji doesn’t look like they were ever going to offer the same size as Polaroid, I personally think it has to do with the fact the Polaroid has the rights to produce that specific size. The Fuji is going to be more clear, but the Polaroid is going to give you more of a Polaroid look as well as the original size. Ultimately it comes down to what you prefer. I can say that the Polaroid Now has the best picture quality out of any Polaroid I have used recently, in my personal opinion.
Can you also shake the photo
Why was the first pic of you black and white? Is that some kind of filter option?
It was taken using black and white film, you can buy different types of film 🙂
@@NReluctant Thank you, Though overall you like the camera a lot for someone just looking for a nostalgic type
@@JohnTheD0n2025 an older Polaroid camera will give you more of the vintage look but this one takes a better consistent photo.
@@NReluctant But this one is kind of like an Older Polaroid camera but a little bit better In terms of clarity and sharpness?
@@JohnTheD0n2025 yes that’s right 🙂
Thanks for the video!! I just got one today :). In another video I saw you can adjust the exposure but holding down the flash? If so, can you demonstrate ?
I’ve never done that so I’m not sure. Enjoy your new camera! 🙂
Which one is better, the Now or the One Step 2?
I prefer the Now.
I am struggling with my Now because even with the flash on, my photos are coming out almost black! Any tips?
I recommend that you go to the Polaroid website and send them an email, that should not be happening.
@@NReluctant thanks so much, I will do that! ♥️
Did you ever find out if it was a fault in the camera? Or did you return it? Mine are all coming out almost black too but Polaroid support have said it’s just because I’m not taking them in bright enough settings. So far the only pics that have come out any good have been in direct sunlight 🥴 I’m going to return it and probably buy the square instax one. Unless you had any luck with a new Polaroid one model?
@@gabriellelaycock5050 Nope, no luck. Also got the same response from Polaroid and was feeling pretty disappointed. I hardly ever even use it at all. Would not buy another that's for sure.
Thankyou for making it easy
Thanks for this review! It really helped me out with my new Polaroid now.
Whenever I take a close up photo with this camera the faces are white and overexposed? Faces only look normal when they are far away. Can you help with this
Hi! My grandfather just got himself a Polaroid Now, because he misses using his old Polaroid. He was talking me that the film looks “dark.” I saw them, and they look a little dark, almost a blue tint. How should I help him?
There are A few things that he can try. Make sure that when the film comes out of the camera that he puts it somewhere dark and flat for it to develop for about 10 to 15 minutes. Also, I know the old phrase is shake it like a Polaroid, but don’t shake this film because it could actually mess up the chemical development process. Aside from that make sure that the film he purchased is not expired and with indoor photos make sure to have the flash turned on unless something is well lit. Hope this helps! 🙂
its very interesting but i bought a old 670AF for 25 euros, the over 100 euros was too much for something that i only use from time to time
I'm the old Polaroid cameras. I think the one-step rainbow stripe cameras had fairly easy to read film counter. Close camera utilized a black number on a white background this was reversed on later 600 cameras.
Please help me. I put in a new film and then it spit out the black thing, but when I was trying to take another picture it doesn't work and I looked at where the how many shots you have left when u pressed the button it said "c" how do I fix it
If it spit out the black film cover then it should work normally now. There is a protective film that comes out first. You can take the film out and re-insert it but the film on the bottom will probably come out with no picture because they are very light sensitive. However if it’s an issue of inserting it incorrectly this may help. Keep in mind that it does take about 10 minutes for the film to show your picture.
Hi! I have the same problem right now, do you maybe remember how you fixed this? Thank you in advance :))
Such a helpful review!
Does this camera, with the i-type film - print the pictures with a 'vintage effect? I want it to look more like a HD photo without the vintage / greenish effect. Is this possible with this camera?
Yes, this camera Takes a picture that is closer to something you would get nowadays.
@@NReluctant Thanks for your quick reply! I've been having issues with the photos coming out very dark and with green/blueish tints. Thinking of returning it as even with lots of sunlight they are still dark. Maybe I need to play around with the exposure. But i have already used 2 packs of film with and only a handful of those have turned out semi-decent (although still very dark). I've seen this issue pop up a lot in other comments .. so maybe it is the camera.
@@Rabs146 yeah that should not be happening. I recommend returning it and exchanging it for a new one or looking into the Instax Square cameras.
@@NReluctant Thanks, I'll have a look into those. Great video by the way!
These cameras still give you better quality photos than iPhones, galaxy and pixel phone 🔥
What about SKENER POLAROID LAB if i have already instax mini 11 ??
I don’t have any experience with that, sorry 🙂
So there is no bluetooth on this one ?
Is there a tripod screw mount on the bottom?
No, there is no tripod mount.
Question- i see it takes both 600 film and or I type- why would I buy one rather than the other?
I have only ever known it to take I-type film, that is their newer formula and it develops more reliably.
How the hell did you get the strap on it? Shit is damn near impossible for me rn.
Juwan Williams I always use a toothpick to help get the strap through the loopholes. Hope this helps
How do you make them stay? Cause every time I put it on the straps get loose
Great video but what's with the little "slow mo"s here and there....?
Any idea how many packs you can shoot on one charge?
I’ve shot a few and not had to charge it so it’s a good battery.
I got scared bc I bought this camera before watching the review... but now I've got 0 regrets lol
Nice Review man, i will buy a Polaroid as a xmas gift for my wife. But i can't decide: one step 2, now or one step plus. Can you choose for me please? She is a newbie photographer...
I would go with the Polaroid Now because it is a great camera especially for those who are new to taking Polaroids.
FYI 600 and itype film are exactly the same, they just put a battery in the 600 film. There’s no chemistry difference between the two
thanks for the information
i’d get this in green, but i think i want the one step +
It’s an awesome option too 🙂
I just got one and I love so far I’m gonna buy a lot more I-type film ASAP
Imma get one soon I just wanna know how to use it
How long is the timer ?
I believe the now has a 9 second timer
Thank you so much it was very helpful 🌷🙏
Thank you for your review. Good info
I was thinking about getting the Polaroid One Step 2, but now I dont know...
Either is a great camera!
how many shots do you get by default?
8 shots per pack 🙂
@@NReluctant do they come with the polaroid out of the box?
@@animator3166 they don’t unfortunately, but they have some really cool types of film available.
@@NReluctant ok, thank you!
@@animator3166 no problem! 🙂
So you take a photo. put it in the box. Wait 15 minutes. Then you can take another?
You can take another photo immediately after, you just need to put them somewhere shaded so that they develop properly.
How many shots does a pack of film cost
Around $15 for 8 shots 🙂
Awesome review!
Thanks for this review!!!! Getting mine tomorrow