6 Steps to Use your Polaroid Camera

Fuji Film
2 min readJan 9, 2017

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Have you bought an Instant Film Camera? If yes, it may be that you get confused in how to use this instant photography device for clicking images. Do not get worried as it happens with most of the individuals using the camera first time. For your support, here are six effective steps:

· Buy the film designed for use with your Polaroid Camera. Some of such camera models have specific formats (small or large) that need specialty film. Others have particular capabilities (enhanced close-up range or nighttime shooting) that will do better with film made especially for your own camera model.

· Load film into your Instant Camera. The film is available in rolls that produce a particular number of photos. Exact instructions for the device loading will differ as per the device model.

· Keep in mind that while most of the Polaroid Cameras automatically adjust focus, they all have a limit on how close they can appear to their subject before proper focus will be lost.

· Use any exposure control features your device offers you to customize the image quality. Most of the cameras of Polaroid models have an automatic flash to make sure the proper exposure in all lighting conditions, but some allow you to adjust the exposure manually. Select a longer exposure time for low light and a shorter exposure time for bright light.

· Use any additional camera features, like a self-timer, when warranted. Examine your owner’s manual for precise details on how to use your camera’s particular features.

· Click the moments! The advantage of a Polaroid Camera is that your photos will be produced instantly, permitting you to see how it looks in minutes. Adjust your camera settings accordingly if you want to enhance the quality of your image.

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