price:$11.40
Fujifilm
Not yet released 『INSTAX Mini 7S - With it's exposure control adjustment this camera is a fun, easy point-and-shoot camera that will no doubt become a family favorite. With a high-quality Fujinon lens in combination with the INSTAX Mini Film, superior images are just an instant away. Fujinon Lens - f=60mm, Electronic Shutter 1/60 sec., Auto Flash in low light, auto adjust Manual exposure compensation, Weight: 11.29 oz., Image Size: 2.13" x 3.4", Uses Fujifilm INSTAX Mini Film』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Bad Deal) 『The film was already outdated when I got it, will not order from this vendor again.』
(Polaroid 600) 『great for the kids to use this 'old fashioned' type film on an old camera!』
(Polaroid Film) 『The film arrived promptly. However, it was no good. I could get an image but no color. The comapny asked me to return it. I did. They will either replace it or refund my money.』
(Its a Snap) 『Polaroids are quickly disappearing and so is the film Polaroids are a great tool to take photos at birthday parties, reunions etc etc. Take the photo and give it to grandma because she does not have a computer or internet access and sure as heck does not use snapfish or any other web based photo service She wants the photo right their, just like the old days.』
(Polaroid 600 Film) 『The film was shipped with a disclaimer stating that the quality of the product may be compromised due to its age, but in fact, it's performance was highly satisfactory.』 『General-purpose, high-speed, medium-contrast, integral film for high definition instant color prints. It is balanced for daylight and electronic flash exposure. Compared to previous T-600 film chemistry, Spectra film has superior color performance, sharper images and better overall exposure performance.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Bad Deal) 『The film was already outdated when I got it, will not order from this vendor again.』
(Polaroid 600) 『great for the kids to use this 'old fashioned' type film on an old camera!』
(Polaroid Film) 『The film arrived promptly. However, it was no good. I could get an image but no color. The comapny asked me to return it. I did. They will either replace it or refund my money.』
(Its a Snap) 『Polaroids are quickly disappearing and so is the film Polaroids are a great tool to take photos at birthday parties, reunions etc etc. Take the photo and give it to grandma because she does not have a computer or internet access and sure as heck does not use snapfish or any other web based photo service She wants the photo right their, just like the old days.』
(Polaroid 600 Film) 『The film was shipped with a disclaimer stating that the quality of the product may be compromised due to its age, but in fact, it's performance was highly satisfactory.』 『The Polaroid 600 Platinum film, offered here in a twin pack, is a general-purpose, high-speed, medium-contrast integral film for high-definition instant color prints. This film is balanced for daylight and electronic flash exposure. It can be used with Impulse, CoolCam, the One Step camera series, the 600 Business Edition, JobPro, EMS camera, the PhotoMagic system, the Special Event camera series, CB-70/71/72 camera backs, or compatible equipment made by other manufacturers. This film provides 10 quick-developing glossy exposures per pack.』 『The Polaroid 600 Platinum film, offered here in a twin pack, is a general-purpose, high-speed, medium-contrast integral film for high-definition instant color prints. This film is balanced for daylight and electronic flash exposure. It can be used with Impulse, CoolCam, the One Step camera series, the 600 Business Edition, JobPro, EMS camera, the PhotoMagic system, the Special Event camera series, CB-70/71/72 camera backs, or compatible equipment made by other manufacturers. This film provides 10 quick-developing glossy exposures per pack.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (The post-modern camera) 『In an era when cameras are getting more and more complicated, when the upgrade cycle means built-in obsolescence for digital cameras within a year or two, when the emphasis is on increasingly incomprehensible "menus" of digital options, and mind-numbing hours playing with Photoshop, along comes the antidote in the most unlikely form: a cheap plastic camera that has virtually no controls, no settings, no predictability whatever. Welcome to the world of Holga. These delightful cameras bring the fun back to photography. All the features that one cannot get in even the most expensive cameras such as light leaks, severe vignetting, lack of sharp focus, accidental double exposures, and light weight are here! What other camera company makes flashes designed to severely tint the image in yellow or red glows? And of course, the sensor is film! No need to worry about ultrasonic cleaning of CCDs, CMOS, or any other electronic material. Each shot gets its very own sensor. Not satisfied that the light leaks are intense enough? No problem. Just make a tiny hole somewhere in the body! The images are unique and immediately recognizable as being from a Holga (even if the subject is totally unrecognizable). This is post-modern photography at its finest.』
(For Those that still think of Photography as an art form!) 『The world of photography has changed so dramatically over the last 6-7 years that its honestly hard to put it into words. For the average person digital photography is a welcome advance in technology. No longer having to buy film, being able to see the end picture immediately, being able to make prints on your home computer, being able to shoot with your cell phone, etc.. There are really a hundred and one reasons why most people love digital photography.
There is another side to this coin however as there are those out there that do not like digital or what it has done to the entire field of photography over the last 5-10 years. I am one of those people. I absolutely love photography. Its not only my single favorite hobby, its also how I make my living. Its the entire process that I fell in love with, not just the end result. The loading of the film, the limited number of pictures per roll of film, the printing in a darkroom and most importantly the seemingly limitless creative aspects of film itself. There are so many things that you can do to alter the look of the film or print and I am sorry but running your picture through a filter in photoshop doesn't even begin to compare. The end result may appear similar but the process that got you there couldn't possibly be more different. I love the processes just as much as I do the end result and digital just doesn't even begin to compare.
Anyways this is where camera's like the Holga and Diana come in. These are camera's for people who are in love with film and the different looks that film can give you. These are sometimes referred to as toy cameras however that does not take anything away from these cameras or their ability to take pictures. I have been using a Holga for over 10 years and I can tell you first hand that if you take the time to master these cameras, you can take absolutely stunning pictures. You don't need 20 MegaPixels and a Carl Zeiss lens to shoot amazing pictures. In fact you dont even need a lens if your shooting with a pinhole camera.
Its nice to see that there are still people out there shooting with these kinds of cameras. There are even some that have given up shooting digital and come back to film. My hats off to those people because film is still where its at with photography. As for myself, I still shoot film 99% of the time and My Holga and Diana go pretty much everywhere I go. At around 40.00, you don't have much to lose in regards to trying them out.
5 stars!』
(Go Lomo!) 『In an age where digital is only getting sharper, bigger, better, and more expensive it's nice to get a HOLGA and not worry about anything but the picture. I have a few of these and each one takes pictures differently and that's the beauty of it. Just get one and see what you come up with. I know you'll be pleasently surprised.』
(Classic - does an amazing job for the price) 『Photog snobs love these, and I understand why. Just don't trust your memories to it because every shot comes out looking different.』
(Great camera at a great price.) 『I love this camera, the nostalgia in the photos it produces, the vignetting and most of all, the square format - rebelling against all those digital wide-screen cameras.
I still like using my digital camera but the Holga has reignited my passion for photography.
And this camera costs less than 30 bucks! You can't beat that.』 『The world famous Medium-format wonder! A cult favorite with a fanatical global following, the Holga produces extraordinary low-tech works of art with the bare minimum of mechanical function. Soft focusing, full double-exposure capability, intense vignetting, and unpredictable light leaks all contribute to the Holga's incredible photo effects. Each Holga is unique and produces signature images and peculiarities of its own. Buy several and throw some wood on your creative fire! Uses 120 film.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (long lasting) 『i already own a pack, but i decided that everything in my house that needs batteries should have eneloop. they charge quickly and they last forever』
(Out of Stock) 『We received two notices, 4 weeks apart, that the product was out of stock so we cancelled the order.』
(My favorite rechargeable battery brand) 『These batteries are great. They last long, can be recharged in a fairly decent amount of time, and best of all, they maintain their charge for over a year! No more having to recharge your batteries if you don't use the device for a month. These are much more cost-effective than alkaline batteries. I have the AA and AAA versions of these batteries and use them for all my appliances.』
(Finally... a solution to disposable alkalines) 『I've traditionally maintained both disposables for electronics that slowly run down the battery, and rechargeables for everything else.
Eneloops now take care of all my needs. The flashlight still works after sitting in a drawer for months and high discharge items need less charging too... thanks to the low self-discharge rate.
Because these have such a low discharge rate spare batteries don't need to be permanently tethered to the charger. Just charge them and set them aside until needed... you'll save a bit of energy by unplugging your charger too. 』
(Finally, Rechargeable Batteries That Has Shelf Life Close to Alkalines) 『The biggest drawback for Nickel Metal Hydride batteries is the shelf life. I got gadgets and toys all around the house, so I constantly charging batteries to have them ready when I need them. There will be very little juice left if you put them in the shelf unused for a couple of months. A waste of time and energy. Hence, one of the biggest advancement in battery technology is the arrival of the new low discharge Nickel Metal Hydride batteries. This is another great step in helping the environment. I have very few left of the old batteries since I started to replace all of them with low discharge batteries. Eneloops and Duracell are 2 of the best of its kind.
Pros: -Low discharge. -Fine quality product. Well constructed -Conventional size and dimension. -You can use your existing NiMh charger for these batteries
Cons: -More expensive than ordinary NiMh -Not available at many brick&mortar stores』 『eneloop is a combination of a rechargeable and a disposable battery, the next evolutionary step for batteries into the 21st century. eneloop is a totally new type of battery, which satisfies in a unique way the needs and expectations of the consumers.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Good simple camera.) 『Used these cameras to take snorkeling pics on The Big Island of Hawaii. For such a simple, low cost product applied for it's intended use it works really well (within limits). OK, it does not have a shutter speed adjustment so it won't work for all applications. 800 speed film is needed for the reduced lighting you deal with under water but there will be some level of graininess. The quality of your image will be limited by a) movement (yours and your subject's) b) available light, c) water clarity, d) water depth, e) distance to image.
From my (limited) experience the best results will be obtained shooting a non-moving subject on a bright sunny day in clear water at a depth of no more than 5-6 feet from no more than 5-6 feet from the camera. The more variables introduced, the lower quality of the picture. You can see some of my results in the user images that I posted (#15-20).
NOTE: Kodak has a special printing process for underwater photography marketed as "Sea Processing". It it's intended to improve the print quality by tweaking color, contrast and so on. I've seen some impressive results posted online. However, these were processed by Wolf Camera and are unaltered from what they delivered on the CD. I may end up sending my negatives in for Sea Processing but most of the pics were fine with the processing by Wolf.
So, under the right conditions you can take some nice pictures with this product, just be aware of the limitations ahead of time to avoid disappointment. :)
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(Picture postcards) 『The cameras did exactly what I hoped they would do. We went to Niagara Falls and knew we were going to be in wet spray on tours beneath the falls, the cave of the winds, and the Maid of the Mist boat to the foot of the falls. I didn't want to use my expensive digital camera in these areas, so we bought the four Fujifilm Quicksnap four camera package. I'm embarrassed to say that the best pictures from the trip came from those cameras. I don't know if film still takes better pictures than digital, or if I just didn't have the settings right on my expensive camera, or maybe professional developing is better, but the cameras did not disappoint. The pictures came out worthy of Postcard quality. Just a few things I liked about using the cameras. They slipped into a pocket easily. The film advance was simple and the knob was large to accomodate slippery conditions. They had a heavy duty rubber strap that would take a very deliberate effort to break. The shutter clicker was large and conveniently placed. An Excellent choice for what we used them for.』
(inexpesnive.. and convenient..) 『very well worth the money for this camera.. only thing i can add is that it is available at walmart for $8.94.』
(Works great for the $) 『Bought the 4 pack for a diving trip to the Keys. Took 1 down to 62ft on a recent dive. Worked great for the $.』
(Really Cool) 『This camera definitely exceeded my expectations in terms of picture quality; I was pleasantly surprised. I think that the view finder makes you think you are closer to an object than you really are, though, so get up close and snap those fishes!』 『This all-weather camera is ready for anything. It's ideal for shooting outdoors in wet and snowy conditions, and even operates up to 35 feet underwater!』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Used it for our Wedding Guest Book) 『I purchased this instead of tracking down an old Polaroid. I wanted to be able to take instant photos of everyone who attended our wedding. We affixed the photos to premade cards for guests to fill out. It was a hit and tons of people used the camera without any problems or glitches with refilling the cartridges. Its pretty easy to use! Photo quality is as best as it could be for a darkened room and an instant camera.』
(Better than Polaroid pictures) 『This film is wide and fun and has for most intents and purposes have replaced my Canon 20D SLR as my go to camera. This camera is not compact at all and is rather bulky and definitely sticks out but I think it has great control and has good feel to it despite its obvious toy-like plastic build. It actually is pretty durable and has withstood a few hits with no cosmetic and most importantly technical damage. Loading the film is easy and it is definitely cheaper to buy than polaroid film. The flash isn't very strong though so you have to be very WARY of light when taking pictures.
The wide format film makes it so worth it though.』
(This camera saved my father!!) 『My 91 year old father was devastated when Polaroid stopped making film. Taking pictures is one of the things he is still able to do, and he loves it. I bought this camera and some film, just to try. Dad is one who hates change, so he seemed unhappy when it was first opened. But, after a week or so, now he's a happy photographer again. The picture is wider than Polaroid, and the camera is quite a bit bigger, but he adjusted. Has a slight zoom, which I doubt Dad will ever use, and a built in flash. My choices were between a digital and printer for him, or this. This was definitely the better choice. He would never have tried to learn to use even a simple digital, and it's enough like the Polaroid that he's very happy.』
(A Great Party Activity Camera) 『I agree with what has been said, that this camera is bulky and large. But hey, weren't all the old Polaroid cameras somewhat large and bulky? You don't but this kind of camera to pack in your pocket when you're on the run. The camera size got a few laughs, but hey, that actually helped draw attention to it and made the camera get more use at my party.
Having said that about size, the Fuji Instax 200 is a great party camera. Put it out on a table at a party and encourage your guests to pick it up and snap away. Great idea - put a photo album next to the camera with pens and stickers and other scrapbooking materials and encourage people to instantly turn their pictures into a scrapbook memory for the birthday person or retiree or whoever you're throwing a party for.
Picture quality is pretty darn good for an instant camera. At my party we had a Fuji Instax 200 and a Polaroid 600 in use and the Fuji pictures were much clearer, sharper, and more colorful. It is a very easy camera to use too. Just choose one of two distance choices, one of three light settings and then shoot. A few seconds later you have an instant memory.
I find the film to be somewhat expensive at about $1 per picture. You can get it for about .75 cents per picture if you buy film in bulk. So far I've only found film online at Amazon and the Lomography shop. So plan ahead and order enough film to make it through a few events.
Great camera. Not really for the "take it along on vacation" application, but if you're looking for that, Fuji makes a smaller Instax 25 (for about triple the price though).』
(Nice Camera) 『I bought this camera from Samy's Camera store as a birthday gift for my dad and he likes it. You can brighten or darken pictures and change the shooting distance with the touch of one button and batteries were included. It takes very nice pictures and it is very easy to use. It is a nice replacement for his old Polaroid instant camera he bought back in the 70's. It is a very good product for its price.』 『Instax 200 Camera with its automatically-adjusting flash, high-resolution retracting lens and a big, clear viewfinder, the Fujifilm Instax 200 captures and delivers vivid, high-quality prints in an instant.』
price:$94.98
Fujifilm
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Well Done) 『Very simple. Works well. Easy to load and use. The pictures are smaller than the usual 3X5 but sharp. The only real downside is that the flash is automatic when the light is low. You can force a flash for fill in in bright light but you can't turn it off in low light. If you want those dramatic dark sunsets or candle lit mood shots this is not the camera for you. It is a very large (but not heavy) camera compared to modern digital ones.』
(It's so fun!) 『This camera and little pictures are so fun to play with. If you loved Polaroid film you'll really like this set up. The pictures are smaller but I love to take them and then drop them in an envelope to friends and family.I would say it's a bit better outdoors but it's really fine inside as long as you're not too far way. I'm going to get one for my sister for the holidays.
Very much worth the money... 』
(fun city) 『it is tons of fun to have a new "polaroid" camera. the pictures are good - a little hard to frame and it looks like a cartoon drawing of a camera in 3D so just looking at it puts a smile on everyones face.』 『Instax 200 Camera with its automatically-adjusting flash, high-resolution retracting lens and a big, clear viewfinder, the Fujifilm Instax 200 captures and delivers vivid, high-quality prints in an instant. The compatible Instax Instant Color Film is professional grade and provides superior performance.』
price:$115.00
Vivitar
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Vivitar Vivicam 8400 Great Underwater Camera) 『Recently went on a Cruise to the West Caribbean, the camera worked great for both land and underwater. The photos were clear and crisp along with the video. I had added a larger memory card and used ALK Batteries, the camera lasted without having to change the batteries. This camera is very water tight, I scuba dived to 40ft with no leaks to the camera. The only problem I had with this camera, it is hard to see the view finder underwater, I had to just point and shoot. Overall I give this camera a Vivitar ViviCam 8400 8.1 MP 2.4-Inch TFT LCD Screen Underwater Digital Camerahigh rating.』
(Good All Around Camera) 『Product is a good camera for any type of environment. Fits well in travel case and/or purse. Doesn't take the highest quality picture, but, good for the type of camera. The product was delivered on time and in good condition.』
(POOR!!!) 『The camers looks like it was made by Fisher Price... Plastic, the locking door is plastic... It took OK pictures out of the water but I tried it under water (1 or 2 feet) and it got water in the lens. Every picture after that was cloudy!!! If you want a good under water camera pay the extra money... "You get what you pay for!"』
(Best buy for your money!) 『I bought this camera to go snorkling in Cozumel with. I just got back from my trip and it took such good photos. Also it takes the SDHC card which is nice. I was able to take an 11 minute video. The buttons are easy to use and simple. I'm so glad I got this camera instead of disposables. There is no view finder but i was still about to get great pictures. Plus if you are taking pictures of fish, its not like the stand still. I did take the batteries and card out after i was done in the water to dry out (just in case). Hope this helps!』
(Not worth any amount of Money) 『I bought this camera for a vacation my husband and I took to Hawaii. I had done a lot of research and this camera had great reviews and wasn't very expensive. However, once we took the camera into the water (a pool, actually), we got 10 pictures snapped off before the camera broke. The case leaked and water got into it. It even ruined our memory card. So, we couldn't get the pictures off of it - I never got to see how they turned out. It was a complete waste of money and cost me more in the end (replacing the memory card). I suspect, I would have had better luck with a disposable waterproof camera. I would never recommend this camera to anyone!』 『Vivitar's ViviCam 8400 is waterproof up to 10 meters underwater! 8.1 Mega Pixels,featuring a 2.4" TFT LCD screen, and has a 8x Digital Zoom. Includes a built-in microphone,64M Nandflash Built-in memory and,10-20 sec self-timer. Comes with a USB/AV cable, Wrist Strap and Camera Pouch.』
Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (snappy item) 『I hadn't used my camera for years, and decided to get some film. I then found out that the stores no longer carry it, but I found it on the internet. The first business wanted a huge mailing fee, so I next picked a dealer in Amazon which was much better priced.
Next was how did it work? I looked over the camera and the film, and then wondered about battery replacement after all this time. The computer helped a lot because it told me of the ingenious idea of putting a spark in the film pack to have the old battery working. After all these years it still worked, and I have a very good photo, and am looking forward to a family get-together in October using the rest of my two packs.』
(timely and available!) 『My gosh, I had be many stores looing for this film for my camera - my camera works great still, but not without film, so why can't I find it - then, I remembered AMAZON - and sure enough, there it was - I ordered, the seller had it - I received in in 2 days and was so thankful. AMAZON comes through, yet AGAIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!』
(polaroid film) 『i was really happy to get some polaroid film especially since it will become obsolete』
(film) 『I found this great service and would use again and encourage others to do the same.』 『General-purpose, high-speed, medium-contrast, matte finish, integral film for high definition instant color prints. It is balanced for daylight and electronic flash exposure. The matte finish allows the customer to write on the surface of the image using a wide variety of pencils, pens, crayons, and markers. The bottom of each frame contains two pre-printed lines that can be used to record critical information.』