Polaroid Supercolor 600

The Polaroid Supercolor 600 is an instant camera. It was presented to the public in the 1980s. The range of functions of the camera model can be found in the Polaroid OneStep 600. Of course, the production of the camera was ended long ago.

The Polaroid Supercolor 600 stands out for its ease of use. Most of the setting options found on other camera models have been omitted. This means it can be used by non-technical users and is suitable for many occasions. Weddings or parties, for example, would be good areas of use for the camera. However, it is also a lot of fun on vacation.

The basic settings are fixed on the camera. An arbitrary choice or free choice of shutter speed and aperture is not possible. The instant camera comes with a pre-installed fixed lens. Very many of the current cameras have a zoom function. However, this functionality does not exist with this model. 120 cm should not be undercut in order to achieve the clearest possible result when taking pictures.

In low light, a flash bar can be connected to the camera.

Films for the Polaroid Supercolor 600

Of great importance for the instant camera are the corresponding photo films. The American company Polaroid, the camera manufacturer, has stopped the production of films. A new company has been distributing material for the film format again since 2010.

There is a color and black and white film for the 600 format. The Polaroid Color Film for 600* is the instant film for color photos. Black and white shots can also be easily created, for this there is the Polaroid B&W Film for 600*. Both films can give good results in tests.

One box contains eight photos. Since the film stock is light sensitive, it should not be exposed to light before the actual exposure. Unexposed film should be stored in a dark and dry place.

Since the development of the film format, an image is 10.8 x 8.8 cm in size. An area of 7.7 by 7.7 cm is provided for the actual image. The remaining area of the image is white. Editions with multicolored frames are also available.

Do Fujifilm instant films fit the Polaroid Supercolor 600? No, the Instax instant films cannot be used.

Batteries

What kind of batteries do you need for the photo camera? With this type of camera, the power source is found in the cartridge containing the unexposed images. So changing the film also represents changing the battery. This is the only battery needed 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. Of course, without sufficient power supply, the camera will stop working. You can fix the problem without repairing by simply replacing the inserted film.

Photo guide for the Polaroid Supercolor 600

How to use the instant camera? A guide to taking pictures with the Polaroid instant camera.

First, you need to load the camera with the instant film. To do this, slide the slider forward on the side to open the film door. Now the cassette with the film material can be inserted. Then the flap can be closed again. Now the camera ejects the protective cover of the film.

The camera is now ready to take pictures. Aim at the subject through the viewfinder 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 dispersed. Within a few minutes, the development is complete and you can view the image.

Alternatives

If you can’t find a camera, you can turn to alternatives. Two great alternatives would be the Polaroid 636 Closeup* and Polaroid Family*. These models are either functionally identical or offer a similar range of features. The same Polaroid 600 film is also used.

If it can be a different film format, there is a wider selection of different instant cameras. Here, for example, there are the Instax Mini 90* and Instax Mini EVO*. The films for these instant cameras are still newly manufactured and sold online by many vendors.