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New Video: Polaroid OneStep Closeup Guide

October 29, 2021 By Dan Finnen

The Polaroid OneStep Closeup is my go-to recommendation for a cheap, simple way to jump into the world of vintage instant film photography. While its fixed-focus lens isn’t nearly as sharp as the SLR 680 or even an Impulse AF, it’s a hardy, easy-to-use camera that won’t let you down.

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New Video: An Ode to Polaroid Spectra

February 1, 2021 By Dan Finnen

An Ode to Polaroid Spectra

Polaroid Spectra is one of my favorite formats, but now that Polaroid is no longer making film for it, it’s effectively dead. To send it off, I made this video where I discuss what made Spectra/Image/Type 1200 awesome, why Polaroid no longer makes new film for it, and what it all means for photographers who […]

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New Video: How to Scan Polaroids

January 2, 2021 By Dan Finnen

The holidays have come and gone, and I bet a whole lot of people out there have been taking their first instant film photos. But now what? If you want to share your Polaroids and Fuji Instax pictures with the world, you’re going to have to turn them into ones and zeroes. I have a […]

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New Video: Dan’s Guide to Buying Polaroid Cameras

October 29, 2019 By Dan Finnen

As part of my yearly update of my Polaroid Camera Buying Guide, I’ve finally gotten around to making another video! Just like in the article, I cover the basics of what it means to buy Polaroid these days, and give specific recommendations on different kinds of cameras for different kinds of budgets and shooters. Enjoy […]

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Recent Articles

  • Dan’s Guide to Buying Used Polaroid Cameras
  • How to Use the Fuji Instax Mini 11 Instant Film Camera
  • How to Scan Polaroid or Fuji Instax Instant Film

Recent Reviews

  • Polaroid Now+ (Plus) Instant Film Camera Review
  • Polaroid Color 600 Film Round Frame Edition (2021) Review
  • Fuji Instax Square SQ1 Instant Film Camera Review
  • Fuji Instax Mini 11 Instant Film Camera Review
  • Brooklyn Film Camera x Cameradactyl Polaroid Scan Adapter V2 Review

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  • 30 Years of Cool Spot on the Sega Genesis
  • The Complete Sonic on the Sega Game Gear
  • The Steam Deck Versus the Game Gear
  • Introducing: Super Gear Land
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About Me

I’m a writer, photographer, co-owner of Polymyth, and Skyline Chili enthusiast. You can reach me at hello (at) danfinnen.com or on Twitter @danfinnen.

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