The famous Polaroid SX70. I saw one demonstrated by Mr. Land himself the summer of 1970, a year before camera was released for sale. I just happened to be walking by the Polaroid building in Boston, and he was showing a small group of men the SX70. I stopped to watch. It was so unusual I didn't even know it was a camera. He was making the point to his business colleagues that anyone could operate it, so he stepped out of the group and handed the camera to me and told me to take their picture. So I did. The camera scrolled out a photo that was fully developed in just a minute. I was amazed, and so were those business men. In a later decade I came across one in a second hand shop and got it. Used it for about 15 years, until digital cameras got affordable in the late 90s. I recently gave mine to a neighbor who collects old cameras.

you just did the best review anyone could have ever done on this camera.

I finally found one of these I just bought this camera at a yard sale with its leather carrying bag for $5 nobody cared for the camera the lady said i was the only one that even picked it up... if only people knew the gem they were ignoring

I am so scared of breaking my sx70 every time I open it 😂

Don't throw the flashbars away you can build a connector from the socket to connect any flash to the camera, or connect it to studio strobes if you want to.

Thank you so much for this video! You really break things down to their most basic level, making vintage instant cameras really accessible to a newbie like me. Thank you for all of your hard work!

The SX-70 is truly a stunning piece..... even closed down.....a classic, elegant and trim! Just found my first one, so thanks for the thorough report!

I was just given an original sx-70 for free at a local pawn shop. No one knew if it worked and they hadn't been able to sell it for 15+ years. Gonna order some film tonight hopefully to see how well it works

When Marcel Marceau press the button on his SX-70 and nothing came out he was not surprised. He marveled at how beautiful his photo was and showed it to his friends.

grandma gave me the family camera and this helped me out a bunch with learning how to work it, gonna buy some film soon to try it out

I learnt more with this review that was less than 10 minutes long than with the countless other reviews out there, cheers

Damn, you really went HAM on this camera. I'm actually surprised the likes/comments aren't higher for what this is. Flattery aside, I finally took the plunge into ordering one of these online and I can't wait to finally try it out. I had the OneStep+ and love the extra features, but I've already had my fair share of ruined shots because - 8 packs in - I'm still not used to having to guess where my actual framing is, especially on the close-up shots.

I have a few notes on flash with SX-70. The old flash bulbs are a lot brighter than any of the electronic flashes. If anyone is using a Polaroid Q light flash with any of the one-step Box cameras you will have to use a light/dark switch on the flash itself because it overrides the cameras exposure compensation. The Polaroid Q light is not recommended to be used as a fill Flash as light sensor might decide there's enough light in the seen and not fire the flash. the Q light will not let you fire the until the flash power is fully charged.

Ngl though I got one at a flea market and I love how compact it is. It can fit in like, any purse and it's so nice

I found one at a thrift store and I got it for $10 and I was completely shocked that the price was so low and it worked just fine.

I recently discovered you channel, and I'm enjoying the videos. I recently came into a Polaroid Onestep Sonar, so have been trying to learn more about instant photography. Thanks for the videos!

Great video but a slight correction at 1:18: The original SX-70 is not metal! It's all plastic with a finish that makes it look like brushed metal!

My grandpa has a Polaroid Sonar AutoFocus 5000, thanks for the video, now I'll be able to use it and maybe make him use it again sometime

My dad bought SX-70 model 2 back in the day. I have it now and need to know how to safely remove mold from the faux leather. Pithy useful video! Best Regards, Jay

I personally don't like how expensive the mint flashbars are. For a little electronic flash I shouldn't have to be paying near a $100. I'd rather buy disposable flash bars for like $10 since I don't take Polaroids that often

Ive just started collecting vintage instant cameras, your videos are really helpful.

Great walkthrough! Just bought a 2000 Land Camera at a flea market. :)

Your videos are great! i like that you give attention to a lot of stuff that has been forgotten!

I just got a pronto b for $1 and was wondering if the mint light worked with it. This was the only place I could find that answer thanks

You can also use Windex to clean the Polaroid jelly off the rollers.

found one for 6.99 yesterday trying to make sure it works

What did it cost back in the day and what would that be in today's dollars? I paid thirty dollars Canadian for mine at the secondhand store. And it came with the Nissin flash unit too!! A real steal!!!

Interesting and informative - thanks. Sonar on order!

Thank you

I just ordered a modern Polaroid Now, to get use to using them. Then I'll plan on ordering an SX-70 from Brooklyn Film Camera.

Just got an original SX70 at the swap meet for $25 yeeeeeaaah buddy! 😎

I'm going to point out that Sona autofocus Pronto can actually the cable release.

Excellent short and sweet instructions I own two functional Polaroid One Step 600, yet I still looking for a good working X-70..

I have a one step polaroid(the old one) and it works perfectly with 600 film as well

Great stuff! Very informative video.

nice job! Thanks ))

Great video. Thank you for this information!

Great video. Super informative and concise! New subscriber ✅

thanks

excellent video bro! - nice going ...

ay bro i dont know if u will reply but i found my grandpa old Pronto! camera and i dont know how to use it

Excellent video.

Hello I have a problem of fungus in the lenses and no maintenance service available around. Most technicians haven´t even seen one of those before and they refuse service. I already saw a tutorial on opening and accessing the first lens but I am really afraid of doing so and the fungus are in the other 3 lenses and not being able to deal with it safely. Woul you have a suggestion?

Yo! Just discovered this channel and it’s the greatest thing happened to me this week! Keep the great content coming!

Love the vids, keep it going!

Great Informative video.

I've got an issue with mine where I can't see anything when I look through it and it also doesn't spit the film out but the shutter clicks. Does anyone have any ideas?

ugh I only have the inferior Polaroid OneStep SX-70 now. I Had the Polaroid SX-70 sonar as a kid in 2006 from flea market for about 5 bucks or so and sadly distroyed it arrrg. I collected cameras and now and then wished I had taken better care of it. I wanted to find out how it was possible to see through the camera without the lens having an obvious light path and got curious and wound up busting it and was very sad when I broke it.

Great informative instant film video.

I bought the old sx-70 at a thrift store and it's practically brand new but because the shutter speed is so slow I always end up shaking the camera a little bit unintentionally as I can't keep it perfectly still. Any advice for that?

Very informative

amazing content . thks

how long does battery to run out if i just leave untouch?

Hi there so where do I buy film polaroid sx-70 ?

Really loving your vids m8 :-)

Hi… are you collecting sx70? I have got one piece

In theory. If I were to cover the electric eye and pop an external flash while the lens is open in a dark room. Would that work to light more creatively?

Thank you!! I have an SX - 70 Model 2. Where do you purchase the film and the mint flash?

thank you!

has anyone created silk screen templates for the printing on the front of the film chamber?

I bought a One Step from an antique store but it doesn't work. Any advice to fix it?

Sorry to ask but where's the best place to get one repaired? Like for a good price and quality repair. Mine is not cycling properly and the motor wirrs whenever there's a cartridge in there. Idk how to fix it but it used to eject pictures

I got a model 1

Hello, Thank you for your video. Please, on your opinion, between two used devices SX-70 and the SX-70 Sonar, which is the best to have ? Thank you very much. Olivier

I have model 3 and i like it better

I have a question. I have a sonar SX70. And wondered if there was a flash. How does the light meter in the camera compensate?

have you used mint SLR670? 🤔 i am thinking of getting one

Does the Polaroid Sonar Pronto have a rangefinder to help you focus on manual mode?

I have polaroid vision slr. I can used sx70 for it?!

Great video! Can you reccomend any sites where I can buy one? A cheaper one that is. 😅 Something lower than $300. I just recently got into instant film photography and I've been looking for an SX-70 in forever. I currently have an I-1, a OneStep+ and a 635. Thanks!

Digital Camera user: What is this thing you call film?

Thank you for your video! Which are the tricks to shoot 600 film in the sx70?

Is SX-70 OneStep Sonar basically an Alpha 1 with autofocus?

Great video... thank you! I have a SX70 that was owned by my grandfather and has been tucked away in a box for 40+ years. There is a cartridge in it and the number indicator shows 5. Haven't removed it as yet. I've tried to find out how this camera is powered. Can you possibly advise. Thanks!

Do you have any idea how much value an original SX-70 would have?

THANKS !!!

I got the sx-70 on eBay and the first 2 shots the camera was fine, press the button it would take a picture no problems. but now when i press the button the viewfinder goes black and stays like that for a few seconds then flips back up and spits the picture out. could it be a low battery, or is it a camera problem? Thank you.

Sold!

Hi, i really love your videos. Currently thinking about stepping up my Polaroid game and going from plastic lenses to glass lenses. I am torn between the sx-70 and the slr 680. Any recommendations? Thank you :)

Did you have any difficulties using the mint flashbar on your sx-70 model 1? I’ve read about a lot of people giving bad feedback because the model 1 doesn’t have the fill in flash function and the flash doesn’t seem to work properly. Just making sure before pulling the trigger!

Wait the model 1 doesn’t have distance marks?

Thanks for the nice video! I have one question though! Do you know the difference of "Polaroid SX-70" and "Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1". If yes, what are the differences?

Hello great channel! So I am a camera collector and seller. I just got another excellent condition polaroid sx-70 first model with brushed metal wrapped body and this is the 1st time I have one like this that the focus is locked on infinity. It's still works but I want to beable to use for all types of pictures and have them come out great. The plastic model 2 is easy cause that front cover just pops off but how do you get this front cover off to get to the focus knob? Is it the 4 screws in the back?

Hi, nice explainer. I'm looking for answers I can't find anywhere... I have the SX-70 Land Camera Alpha 1 Model 2. it's black with black leather. Question: is it, by any chance!?! possible, to add the sonar autofocus where the flashbar is fitted on top of the camera? does it exist? Best regards, Martin.

Is the frog tongue neccessary?

my mirror came loose on my SX 70 , is there an easy way to glue it back down without distroying the camera

Can you clean the rollers when theres a film inside?

Since the Spectra is dead, what is the best quality polaroid camera in terms of lens quality and film available?

I dont know if you'll see this but I have a sx-70 model 2 & I cannot get the film pack out. It also isnt taking any photos but i can hear it squealing and trying hard to take a photo. I may need to clean my terminals but i cant because i cant get the film pack out. Please help 😭

Can someone link me where to buy/what kind of film to buy for the classic 1972 SX-70? I have one, and want to get it working but don’t know what type of film to buy. Any help appreciated! :)

Fuji should clone this camera for shooting instax square or wide. Even if it’s expensive they would sell.

Penultimate maybe, there’s room for more info.

Hey, It’s Francisco from Chile. Last year I got a polaroid Sx70 sonar (new) and I also bought flash mint bar. However I’m having problems to coordinate shooting with flash. I don’t really know what should I do. Sometimes it works but sometimes it doesn’t. I’m super frustrated I’ve lost many charges because of it. Do you have some idea what’s going on to me?? Thanks! I’ll really appreciate it

So I found my great grandmother sx-70. I bought the film and it took 2 pictures just fine but I just went to take a 3rd and it didn't spit out the photo and the view in completely black and want come back. It doesn't even want to close now. You have any idea what I'm doing wrong or is it the camera

No slr 680 mention? :(

goop

Great video! Subscribed :)

I love the SX-70 but really find anywhere that sells them 🙁

When I put the film in my one step camera, and close the “door” it does nothing ...

I thought you were Chandler from Mr.Beast’s channel