Polaroid SX-70

The Model 1 is the original version of the classic Polaroid camera, manufactured in 1972. It is a Polaroid Land Camera with ISO 100, ideal for outdoor photography. It features the iconic chrome body of vintage Polaroid cameras.

It is equipped with manual focus and an adjustable wheel to lighten or darken the exposure, as well as automatic light metering and automatic shutter speed. This was the preferred Polaroid Land camera of Dr. Edwin Land, the founder of Polaroid.

Technical Characteristics :

Camera type : Instant ( exclusive Polaroid SX- 70 format )

Imaging system : SX - 70 integral instant film (color or black and white )

Focus : Manual, with SLR ( Single Lens Reflex) system – the image you see is the image you capture

Lens : 116 mm f / 8 with 4 glass elements

Minimum focusing distance : About 26 cm​​

Exposure : Automatic, with exposure compensation control ( +/- wheel )

Shutter : Electronic , variable speed

Flash : Disposable flash ( Flashbar) – or compatible with external electronic flash

Image format : Square ( 7.9 x 7.9 cm)

Power supply : Through the film cassette itself ( each cartridge includes a battery)

Additional Highlights :

Foldable design in chromed metal and leather , highly portable and stylish

First foldable SLR instant camera of the world

It became a symbol of innovation and design — used by artists such as Andy Warhol

Even today it produces images with a unique and nostalgic charm , much sought after by creative photographers .