Digital technologies are sending paper photo albums, which have been customary until recently, a thing of the past. However, not everyone is ready to abandon family traditions in favor of electronic versions of photo shoots. With the Polaroid technique, you can take snapshots and at the same time save the image in digital format. Despite the fact that the American manufacturer after a series of bankruptcies surrendered its position in the global market, the model range is replenished. You will learn about the most popular among camera buyers from our review.
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Polaroid Snap - laboratory in the new building
A couple of decades ago, the Polaroids of the 600-series with their volumetric photographs and poor-quality color rendition were considered exemplary and were included in the category of must have, and today the digital successor is inferior in its functionality to the trend brands.
However, the ability to print images of 5x8 cm almost instantly attracts the attention of retro lovers. Clear and balanced in color palette, they will enhance the brightness of not only visual, but also tactile sensations.
Benefits:
- CMOS sensor;
- several shooting modes;
- there is a timer;
- aperture F2.8;
- 32 GB microSD memory card;
- optical viewfinder;
- a series of 6 photos in 10 seconds;
- microUSB interface;
- built-in flash and Zink printer;
- there is a charge level indicator;
- weight 397 g
Disadvantages:
- the case is easily dirty, especially white;
- 10 megapixel matrix;
- no zoom function;
- non-removable battery;
- weak flash;
- low-quality images in poor light;
- price of consumables;
- price from 9000 rubles.
Ergonomic Polaroid Pic-300
The appearance in the style of minimalism and compactness of the camera does not distract attention from its working qualities. Removable rechargeable batteries add convenience in a street photo session.
Technical equipment can not be called a breakthrough, since the basic technology has remained the same. At the same time, the presence of an automatic flash for shooting in conditions of insufficient visibility, an improved 12.7-megapixel matrix, and an optical viewfinder guarantee a decent result at the output.
Benefits:
- 12.7 megapixel CMOS matrix;
- 4 shooting modes;
- printed photo size of 8.6 x5, 4 cm;
- focal length 60 mm;
- automatic white balance;
- built-in flash range of 2.7 m;
- 4 finger-type batteries AA-compatible;
- 4 colors;
- weight 320 g;
- complete strap;
- price from 6500 rub.
Disadvantages:
- special cassettes for 10 images are purchased separately;
- No red-eye reduction option.
Polaroid Z340E - in focus of former popularity
Despite the massive form of the case, borrowed from the branded models of the past and refined to meet the modern requirements of users, the camera finds fans. This is facilitated by the possibility of receiving a little more than 1 minute of a printed frame with a size of 7.6 x 10.2 cm.
Digital technology allows for 2.7-inch LCD-display to edit the image and use special effects.
Benefits:
- 14 megapixel CCD matrix;
- sensitivity in the range of 100 - 3200 ISO;
- red-eye reduction effect;
- there is a timer;
- compatibility with SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards;
- the ability to macro;
- 5x digital zoom;
- autofocus lights;
- option to record video in AVI format;
- USB interface;
- 32 MB internal memory with expansion function;
- mount for tripod.
Disadvantages:
- no matrix cleaning function;
- there is no opportunity to put nozzles;
- There are no manual settings for shutter speed and aperture;
- no sound recording or comments;
- additional costs for consumables;
- weight 620 g with batteries;
- average cost of 15,000 rubles. without cartridges.
Polaroid Z2300 - paints of life in miniature
A modest in design and technical capabilities of the device, which is equipped with a built-in Zink printer, will help to save unforgettable emotions while traveling or at a party with friends. Almost instantly you will become the owner of a 5x7.5 cm picture.
The digital camera is of high quality color and has a resolution of 2560x1920. And thanks to the integrated flash with a range of 2.1 m, the possibilities of using the camera in unfavorable lighting are expanded.
Benefits:
- 10 megapixel camera;
- 3-inch LCD display;
- built-in flash;
- USB 2.0 interfaces, HD video;
- support for SD, SDHC, SDXC memory cards;
- option to record video in AVI format;
- sound recording;
- 2.4x digital zoom.
Disadvantages:
- own battery;
- There are no manual settings for shutter speed and aperture;
- additional costs for consumables;
- cost an average of 16,000 rubles.
Polaroid Spectra AF - rare model
Classic for the 80s design, for which the concept of ergonomics is very conditional, recalls that we have a device with a wide-format lens.
However, the technical convenience of the device are present. This is the ability to manually enable / disable the flash, and auto focus, and lots of useful user options.
This camera is recommended for those who already have the first steps in mastering the art of photography.
Benefits:
- equipment timer;
- Beep when the timer is triggered;
- shooting is from a distance of 60 cm;
- the size of the photographs is 9x7.3 cm;
- PZ series cassettes are used;
- automatic / manual settings;
- adjustable flash;
- cost from 1200 rubles.
Disadvantages:
- outdated model, difficult to access;
- wide lens;
- no possibility of macro photography;
- additional expenses for consumables.
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