Love this camera! Also a huge fan of the self timer option and the double exposure. I was able to use the self timer when I went on a trip with my boyfriend to San Francisco and it was just the best option since it was just us. Absolutely a new favorite.

Last one and they held it for me during Christmas and she loved it

There’s no way around it, I really recommend getting one of these, especially before summer hits. The whole thing is so simple that it’s kind of difficult to write a very detailed review but out of the box, there’s no real frills here. The packaging is very standard, instructions are a light read and setup doesn’t take long. Out of the box you’ll obviously have the camera (mine was charged), a mini usb charger, and then a carrying strap for the camera. The carrying strap attaches easily, but I never really bother with those type of things, even though I’m contemplating using one in the future because the camera is a smooth plastic material, a tad heavier than you’d expect, and awkward to hold. As for setup, and use, it couldn’t be easier. You load in the Polaroid film (sold separately), hit the power button, decide if you need flash or not, point the camera, and shoot! There’s an indicator next to the power button to let you know how many film cartridges are still inside and the flash next to that. The front of the camera also has a timer on it, which would be useful if you want to try and get in the picture too, or take a selfie but that’s likely not a feature I’ll use much more past initial testing. The historical downside with polaroids is that each picture costs about $2 in film, much more than its competition, so the idea of hoping to time a selfie right or use the timer to hope I get in the family photo on time isn’t a high priority. Just as it’s always been, you wait about five minutes after the film pops out of the camera, and just like that, you’ve got your physical copy ready to roll. If I was to be super picky about one thing it’s that, in the world of smart phones and incredible cameras in our pocket at all times, the quality of the pictures on here need to be higher. The attached picture was something I shot with the subjects 20ish feet away and they come out lacking much definition or detail. That said though, these are still incredibly fun, very nostalgic, and always come out looking great with natural lighting so spring-fall usage is ideal. There’s no better time to buy than right now!

The Polaroid Now Instant Film Camera is an awesome retro style camera but at a cost. Pros: * Setup - The camera has a very straightforward setup. You turn the camera on, open the film door, insert the film face up and close the film door which will expel the film cover, and allow the film shield to roll back in. At this point you are ready to go! My only concern is how durable the film cover is and what happens when it wears out or tears. * Simplistic - Even the most novice and technologically challenged individual can use this camera with ease. It only has a few buttons and the function of each is readily apparent. It has a battery level indicator on the side near the micro SD the with a green, orange, and red light. Polaroid reports it should last for approximately 15 packs of film. I have only used 2 film packs and the light is still green. It has an auto off function which is also nice and will help conserve battery. * Aesthetics/build quality - The camera shell feels durable and has a sleek vintage look. * Autofocus lens - Overall, I thought the autofocus lens worked well. I only had a few photos which turned out blurry which was most likely due to user error and low light. * Photo developing process - Simply place the photo face down on a dark surface and wait 10-15 minutes. Make sure you don't shake the picture while its developing. Cons: * Film price and quantity per pack - The price per shot is expensive and the camera can only hold 8 pictures at a time. * Capture button location - I would prefer it be on the top of the camera instead of the front. It is a little awkward to press. * Poor picture quality in low light scenes - Low light pictures tend to be blurry and underwhelming even with the flash; however, pictures taken in daylight look nice and are sharp with a vintage look. Overall, I think this camera is a cool throwback to the 70's and offers many nice features. It would be great at a wedding, birthday party, family reunion, and more! Just be prepared for expensive film.

I decided to test this Polaroid Now i-Type instant camera because it reminded me of one from my childhood. This camera is great; it's basically a modernized version of the type I grew up with. The battery is rechargeable via USB, it has auto-focus, and you can turn the flash on/off. There's also an auto-timer and the ability to create double-exposures. The pictures are clear, although they're not as sharp as digital shots, but I like it because it gives the photos a 'vintage' look. I have had a few inside pics that were a bit darker than I had hoped, but overall I'm pleased with the camera features and photo quality. I would recommend this if you're looking for a camera that's simple and fun to use... I mean who doesn't love watching a photo develop right before your eyes?