In the end, I’m mostly forgiving of the issues I have with the Polaroid Now – poor contrast, spotty focus, even film damage – because it’s so much fun to shoot with a vintage camera and roll the dice to see what photo will come out in the end. The Verdict? Film quality and final products are spotty – raising the cost per “good” frame beyond what most are willing to bear. (One with a white frame and one with a black frame – I have no idea why they’re different!) As you’ll see, there’s a lot of variance in the quality of shots I got, and not just because I haven’t used a Polaroid in over a decade. Over the course of 10 days, I shot on two different rolls of film. That’s why I’ve devoted the entire rest of my review to a series of pros and cons about the photos I shot with my Polaroid Now. Polaroid Now: Photo QualityĪt the end of the day, the most important aspect of the Polaroid Now is the photos it produces. The Verdict? The cost is steep but worth it if you’re a spartan shooter. The price is prohibitive, and I’ll primarily be shooting for special occasions where I want a tangible souvenir – like I did during our honeymoon. That said, $2 per frame isn’t something I can afford to shoot with everyday. ( See my review comparing the Fujifilm InstaX Mini 90 and Polaroid Now, here.) But, the difference in frame size between Polaroid Now and InstaX is so dramatic that it seems comparable when you look at the two side-by-side. (In the gifs in this section of my review, you’re seeing $30 worth of photos.)Īt first, that seemed like a lot, especially compared to the $0.60 per frame when you’re shooting on a Fujifilm InstaX. Each photo taken with Polaroid Now costs ~$2 per frame. The camera uses i-Type film, which sells for $15.99-$16.99 per pack of 8 frames. You can shoot on two types of Polaroid film with the Polaroid Now camera: i-Type or 600. The Verdict: Fair cost, as long as it doesn’t slip out of your hands! Polaroid Now: Cost Per Frame I found that I often missed the shutter button on my first attempt – likely the result of not shooting on a Polaroid for so long! In terms of shooting, there’s a viewfinder and a single shutter button on the front of the camera. It evokes the Polaroid OneStep of the 1970s: simple, no frills. The Polaroid Now has two lenses – 35mm and 40mm – as well as auto-focus, flash, and a self-timer. I don’t normally shoot with a strap but I put it on my Polaroid Now right away to help keep it secure while walking and shooting. The camera has a slippery plastic outer case it felt very insecure in my hands. The Polaroid Now retails for $99.99, more than the competition among instant cameras, but reasonable enough. The Polaroid Now looks familiar, right? It has the same basic style and aesthetic of earlier Polaroid cameras, with a modern update. Let me know in the comments if you have any additional questions. If you are trying to decide on whether or not to purchase a Polaroid Now, read on for my full review. My Polaroid Now helped me document an unforgettable trip with tangible photo souvenirs we’ll laugh about and treasure despite the spotty quality. But, I also don’t regret my Polaroid Now purchase (plus three rolls of film!). After purchasing one earlier this year for our honeymoon, I wrote this Polaroid Now review to help others decide if this instant camera is worth it.Īs you’ll see, I end up on the fence about whether the Polaroid Now is worth it. That’s why it should come as no surprise that I’ve been a big fan of the revival of instant cameras, like the Fujifilm InstaX (which I bought in 2017) and the Polaroid Now. I find most to be charming and endearing, especially when they tap into the nostalgia for bygone eras (even if I wasn’t alive for them!). I’ll admit it: I’m a sucker for a gimmick. If you click, book, or buy from one of these links, I may earn a commission. My blog posts likely contain affiliate links, including for the Amazon Associates program.
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