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Polaroid One Rossa

  • Manufacturer Polaroid
  • Type Instant camera
  • Type of Film Typ 600
  • Focal Length 100 mm
  • Max Aperture f/12.9
  • Focus Fixed focus

The Polaroid One Rossa is an instant camera of the last Polaroid 600 generation. The range of functions of the model coincides with the Polaroid One. This edition comes with a red plastic housing. There was also the Polaroid One600 Classic Rossa, this differs slightly in the range of functions.

The Polaroid One Rossa stands out for its ease of use. The most common setting options that one is used to from other types of cameras are not found on this model. Because of this simple barrier to entry, the camera can be operated by any user, making it suitable for many occasions. Weddings or parties, for example, would be good areas of use for the camera. The camera also cuts an excellent figure when traveling.

The lens is fixed and cannot be exchanged. There is no zoom function on this model. The minimum focusing distance is 90 cm. This minimum distance must be ensured for the clearest possible pictures.

The camera is provided with a built-in flash. The flash is automatically activated when taking pictures. Due to the small aperture, the use of the flash is mainly useful indoors. There is a special mode for avoiding red-eye on the pictures, this can be turned on by a button on the back.

Also on the back is the button for the self-timer. The built-in display shows the number of remaining instant pictures.

Films for the Polaroid One Rossa

Of course, instant films are also needed for the photo camera. The manufacturer of the camera, the Polaroid company from the USA, has stopped producing film stock. But there is a new edition under the same name from a new company.

From the Internet you can get a color film and a black-and-white film. The Polaroid Color Film for 600* is the film for color pictures. Simple black and white images are easily possible with Polaroid B&W Film for 600*. Both films perform well in use.

Eight pictures can be taken with the contents of one pack. The light-sensitive material must not come into contact with light under any circumstances. Optimum storage conditions are found in a dry and dark place.

Since the development of the film format, an image is 10.8 x 8.8 cm. An area of 7.7 by 7.7 cm is provided for the actual image. The remaining area is filled by the familiar frame around the Polaroid picture. In the offer there are also Polaroid films with colored frames.

You can't use Fujifilm's films with the Polaroid One Rossa.

Batteries

What kind of batteries do you need for the Polaroid instant camera? The power source of the camera is a battery located in the film cassette. The disposable battery contains the necessary energy for the camera technology including the built-in flash. So with every film change, the battery is also changed. There is no need for another separate battery for the instant camera.

Once the film is at the end, care should be taken to simply throw the film cassette with the battery into the household trash. Due to the environmental impact, the battery should be recycled properly.

Alternative Cameras

If one does not find the camera, one can resort to alternatives. The first option here is the Polaroid One. It offers the same range of functions and requires the same films.

However, one may want to try something new. Two particular models that don't come from Polaroid are the LomoInstant Square* and Instax Mini 40*. The films for these models can be conveniently purchased online.

Technical Specifications

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Property Specification
Film format Typ 600
Picture Format 77 mm x 77 mm
Lens type Fixed lens
Focal Length 100 mm
Maximum Aperture f/12.9
Minimum Focus Distance 90 cm / 2.95 ft
Shutter Speeds 1/200 – 1/3 second
Adjustable aperture No
Adjustable shutter speed No
Auto exposure Yes
Light Meter Yes
Exposure Modes Program Auto
Manual Exposure Settings No
Flash Built-in flash
Flash Modes Red-eye Reduction
Date Imprinting No
Tripod Mount Yes
Cable Release Thread No
Self-timer Yes
Power Supply 1x battery in filmpack
Manufacturer Polaroid

Used Prices

The current average price for this camera is 224,76 € based on 3 offers, as of 31.3.2025.

Average Price per Year

  • 2025: 242,38 €
  • 2024: 261,77 €

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ about the Polaroid One Rossa

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