Polaroid EMS

The Polaroid EMS is a normal instant camera. It was introduced to the world by Polaroid in 1992. The Polaroid EMS Photo KitPhoto System was developed for paramedics to document motor vehicle accidents and the like.

The reinforced housing of the is bright orange. The range of functions is identical to the Polaroid One Step Flash Closeup.

Accessories that came with the Polaroid EMS were two packs of Polaroid 600 Plus, 100 forms for image management, a 12-point instruction manual, instruction video on VHS, and an orange nylon carrying case. At the time, one paid $139 for the entire camera system with a five-year warranty.

The camera and the built-in flash are powered by a battery in the film pack.

As is known, Polaroid no longer produces films, but Impossible Project is producing instant films again in an old factory of the former photo pioneer. Since 2020, they have also been sold again under the well-known brand of the photo pioneer from the USA. For the Polaroid EMS, the Polaroid Color Film for 600* and the Polaroid B&W Film for 600* would fit the bill.

Instruction manual for the Polaroid EMS

How does the instant camera work? A quick guide to using the Polaroid EMS. The first step is to insert the instant film. This is done by pushing the small slide on the side forward. This opens the film door. In the next step, the film material is inserted and the camera is closed again. The protective cover of the film ejects automatically. With this step completed, the camera is now ready. Hold the camera on the subject and press the shutter release button. The motor in the camera now ejects the instant picture and the development is started. After a few minutes, you have the finished picture in your hand.

Alternative cameras

If one cannot find the camera, it is advisable to resort to other options. A good substitute is the Polaroid OneStep Close Up*. The Polaroid Spirit 600 CL* is also very popular. These models are either functionally identical or offer a similar range of features. They are also suitable for the 600 format. If you want a different film format, there is a wider choice of different instant cameras. Two particular models that do not come from Polaroid are the Instax Mini 40* and Instax Wide 300*. Suitable film material is also still being produced.