Polaroid One600 Ultra

The Polaroid One600 Ultra is a camera from Polaroid. It is part of the last generation of the Polaroid 600 series. It was introduced in the early 2000s. As you can guess, the camera is no longer manufactured new today.

The Polaroid One600 Ultra stands out for its ease of use. The usual setting options for standard functions are not available on this camera. Thanks to its straightforwardness, it can be used on many occasions. For example, it is suitable for parties and also looks good at weddings. It is also fun to use on vacation.

There is no need to change lenses. It is a fixed focal length with 100 mm. There is no zoom function. For sharp pictures, a minimum distance of 90 cm to the subject should be kept. If the lens ever gets dirty, it should be cleaned with either a dry cloth, a damp cloth (without detergent or soap), or a special cloth for cleaning lenses.

Does the instant camera offer a flash? Yes, the instant camera has a built-in flash. The flash fires automatically. The flash allows you to take reasonably good pictures even in low light conditions. The flash has a range of 3 meters.

There is a red-eye prevention mode on this model when using the flash. The mode is turned on by a button on the top.

The button for the self-timer is also located on the back of the top of the housing. This has a lead time of twelve seconds. You can see whether it has been turned on on the display next to the button. The number of remaining pictures can also be found there.

Films for the Polaroid One600 Ultra

Extremely significant for the photo camera are the appropriate photo films. As a result of various events, the US company Polaroid has stopped the production of films. However, films are being produced again under the same brand name. The films of the Fujifilm company cannot be used with this model.

There is a color and black and white film for the 600 format. The right color film is the Polaroid Color Film for 600*. The right grip for black and white images goes to the Polaroid B&W Film for 600*. How do the films perform in tests? Both films can convince in many situations.

Eight photos can be found in one box. Exposure to light outside the camera can destroy unexposed film. A cool and dry place for storing the unused film material is optimal.

True to standard, an image measures 10.8 x 8.8 cm. The actual image is square and 7.7 by 7.7 cm. The remaining area of the Polaroid picture is white. Polaroid films with colored frames are also produced.

Batteries

What batteries do you need for the Polaroid One600 Ultra? With this type of camera, the battery is found in the cartridge containing the unexposed images. The power is sufficient for all unexposed images in the cassette. Even when using the flash for each shot. So changing the film is also changing the battery. There is no need to buy an additional battery for the camera.

If the camera with film inside has not been used for a long period of time, this can lead to self-discharge of the battery. As a result, the camera often stops working. In this case, it is only necessary to remove the photo film and replace it with new film material.

Other editions of the Polaroid One600 Ultra

Alternative models

If you can’t find the camera, you can move on to other options. Possibilities would include the Polaroid Sun 660* and Polaroid Spirit 600 CL*. These instant cameras have comparable features. They are also designed for the 600 instant format.

There is also a possible alternative to the Polaroid cameras. One can reach for the LomoInstant Square* and Instax Mini 8*, for example. Here, too, you can still easily purchase the film material.