Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab

The Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab is an instant camera. The model is based on the Polaroid One Step Flash in terms of functionality. It is the result of a collaboration between Polaroid and Ecolab. On the black body of the camera you can find the logo in white color.

Ecolab is a provider in the field of industrial cleaning. The company from the USA offers cleaning services for hotels, restaurants and hospitals, among others.

The Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab stands out for its user-friendliness. The majority of setting parameters familiar from other cameras are not available on this version. Because of this easy entry threshold, the camera can be operated by anyone and is suitable for many uses. For example, it is an excellent option for parties and weddings. The camera also cuts a fine figure on vacation.

The basic exposure settings cannot be changed. The shutter speed and aperture value cannot be freely selected. The lens has a fixed focal length. Changing the lens is not possible. This model does not have a practical zoom function. A distance of 120 cm to the subject is necessary for sharp pictures.

The Polaroid instant camera is provided with a built-in flash. It turns on automatically during shooting. The small aperture makes the use of the flash useful especially indoors.

Films for the Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab

Of course, instant film is also needed for the instant camera. The American company Polaroid has not produced films for many years. A new company has been offering films for the film format again since 2010.

There is both a color film and a black and white film available for the camera. The name of the color film is Polaroid Color Film for 600*. Classic black and white images are possible with the Polaroid B&W Film for 600*. The quality of the films is also confirmed in test reports.

The material of one box is enough for eight photos. Since the film material is light-sensitive, it should not come into contact with light before the actual exposure. For storage of unused film material, one should look for a cool and dry place.

How big is a picture? It is 10.8 x 8.8 cm in size. For the actual picture, the area is 7.7 by 7.7 cm. The remaining area of the Polaroid picture is filled by a white area. Editions with multicolored frames are also available.

Batteries

What type of battery is needed for the Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab? In this type of camera, the battery is found in the film cassette. The power is sufficient for all unexposed images in the cassette. Even when using the flash for each shot. So with each film change, the battery is also changed. It is the only power source the camera requires.

If the camera with film lay unused for a long period of time, e.g. in the basement, the battery in the film cassette may have discharged itself. Of course, without sufficient power supply, the camera will stop working. You can fix the problem without repairing by simply replacing the inserted film.

Tutorial for the Polaroid One Step Flash Ecolab

How to use the instant camera? A small instruction manual on how to use the camera.

The first step is to insert the film. To do this, slide the slider forward on the side to open the film door. Then insert the film cassette and close the flap again. The light-proof film over the film cassette is now automatically removed from the camera.

The camera is now ready to take pictures. To do this, aim the camera at the subject and press the shutter release button. The drive inside the camera transports the image from the film cassette through two rollers to the outside. In the process, the photographic chemistry necessary for development is distributed. After a short wait, the development process is complete. Then you can look at the final result.

Alternatives

If one does not find this model, one can use other options. A first option one can reach for is the Polaroid One Step Flash. It has the same features and requires the same films.

If it can be a different film format, there is a wider selection of different instant cameras. Two non-Polaroid instant cameras are the LomoInstant Automat* and Instax Wide 300*. Fresh film stock can still be purchased for these cameras.