Description
Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera, an iconic instant film camera produced by the Polaroid Corporation between 1972 and 1981.
Here's some information about this classic camera:
Design & Features: It's a single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with a unique folding mechanism, making it highly compact. It features a 4-element 116mm f/8 glass lens for sharp images and an automatic exposure system known as the "Electric Eye".
Film Type: The SX-70 uses integral instant film, which develops automatically after ejection. Original SX-70 film provided ten exposures per pack, including a built-in battery to power the camera. Modern equivalents are now available from brands like Polaroid Originals, typically offering eight exposures per pack.
Focusing: The SX-70 uses manual focusing, often aided by a split-image rangefinder in the viewfinder (in later models). Sonar autofocus models were also introduced later.
Accessories: While the camera doesn't have a built-in flash, it features a socket for disposable FlashBars or external electronic flash units. Other accessories like close-up lenses, teleconverters, and tripod adaptors were also available.
Artistic Use: The SX-70 film, particularly older versions, was known for its "manipulable" emulsion during the development process, allowing artists to create painterly effects.