The Polaroid Coca-Cola is an instant camera. The camera’s range of functions is identical to the Polaroid One Step Flash.
As you can infer from the name, it is an edition of Coca-Cola. The plastic body of the Polaroid Coca-Cola is black, the front part, which becomes visible after opening, is red. Next to the built-in flash is the Coca-Cola logo.
The Polaroid Coca-Cola is designed for Polaroid’s 600 format. Today, you can buy Impossible films for taking pictures. Since 2020, they are also offered again under the original brand of the photo pioneer from America. For color images, for example, the Polaroid Color Film for 600* and for black and white images the Polaroid B&W Film for 600*.
Instructions for taking photos with the Polaroid Coca-Cola
How to use the instant camera? A short instruction manual on how to use the Polaroid camera. First of all, the instant film must be inserted. To do this, open the film door by sliding the slider on the side of the housing forwards. Now the cassette with the film material can be inserted. Then the flap can be closed again. The protective film that has protected the film material from light until now is now automatically removed by the camera technology. Now it’s time to take the picture. Pressing the release button on the side of the housing takes the picture. The camera’s motor ejects the picture. Now the photochemistry begins to develop the image. Within a few minutes, the process of developing the image is finished and you can admire the final result.
To achieve the best possible result, there are a few things to keep in mind when using an instant camera. For example, it is important not to shake the camera or let it move too much while the image is being developed. The ambient temperature also plays a role: in colder temperatures, the development process takes longer and the image may take longer to fully develop. When pulling the image out of the camera, it is best to keep it out of direct sunlight or heat as this can affect the image. It is best to store the developed image in a cool, dry place to preserve it for as long as possible.
Alternative cameras
If you can’t find a camera, you can turn to alternatives. The Polaroid Sun 600 LMS* and Polaroid Family* would be other options. These are models with a comparable range of functions. The film material is also identical. You may also want to look at other instant cameras as an alternative. There are, for example, the Instax Mini 40* and Instax Wide 300*. You can also buy fresh film material for these cameras.
Technical datasheet
Attribute | Specification |
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Type of Camera | Instant camera |
Film format | Typ 600 |
Film transport | Automatic |
Film transport mechanism | Motor |
Picture format | 79 mm x 79 mm |
Focal length | 116 mm (?) |
Biggest aperture | f/11 (?) |
Minimum focus distance | 120 cm / 3.936 ft |
Focus | Fixed |
Exposure times | 1/200 second to 1/4 second |
Light meter | Yes |
Exposure modes | Program automatic |
Manual exposure settings | No |
Date imprinting | No |
Flash | Integrated flash |
Tripod mount | No |
Cable release thread | No |
Self-timer | No |
Power supply | 1x battery in filmpack |