The Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL is an instant camera. Its feature set is identical to the Polaroid One Step Flash Closeup.
The body of the camera is mainly black and gets some color from the Polaroid rainbow. The housing is made of plastic.
The instant camera has a built-in flash and a close-up lens. The lens, in front of which the close-up lens can be pushed with a lever, is fixed. There is no autofocus or zoom on this instant camera.
The close-up lens of the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL shortens the closest focusing distance to 0.6 meters, otherwise it is 1.2 meters.
The operation of the camera is very simple and you need the manual if only for the beginning. You don’t have to do more than press the shutter button and change the film every now and then.
Polaroid no longer makes film for the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL. In the meantime, The Impossible Project has taken Polaroid’s place and is producing instant films for this format again. Currently, the Polaroid Color Film for 600* and the Polaroid B&W Film for 600* are the current films for color and black and white photography.
The battery to power the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL is in the cassette with the film.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| 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 (?) |
| Widest aperture | f/11 (?) |
| Minimum focus distance | 60 cm / 1.968 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 |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Power supply | 1x battery in filmpack |
| Estimated value / Used price | 57,51 Euro Estimate based on used prices of 10 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of June 15, 2026 |
| Average used price in the year 2023 | 55,37 Euro (59.53 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2024 | 71,71 Euro (76.85 US-Dollar) |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 73,19 Euro (79.02 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL
Is the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL easy to use?
Yes, it's very simple to operate. Basically, you just press the shutter button and change the film when needed. The instruction manual is only really necessary at the beginning.
Does this instant camera have autofocus or zoom?
No, the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL doesn't have autofocus or a zoom lens. The lens has a fixed focal length, and you need to estimate the distance to your subject.
What kind of film does the camera use, and where can I get it?
It uses Polaroid 600 film. Polaroid no longer produces it, but The Impossible Project makes compatible film, now sold under the Polaroid brand.
How does the flash work on the instant camera?
The flash fires automatically with every picture. To take a picture without flash, press the back part of the shutter button.
Is the Polaroid Supercolor 635 CL a heavy camera?
No, it's relatively lightweight because the body is made of plastic, unlike some cameras with metal bodies. However, its size is larger due to the film format.