Title : Polaroid Spectra 1200FF Instant Camera
Author : Polaroid
Release Date : 20010306
Binding : Electronics
Regular Price : $
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Editorial Reviews : The wide-angle lens format of the Polaroid Spectra 1200FF camera lets you capture larger scenes, like big groups, without missing a single detail. The built-in, quench-controlled flash fires automatically every time (fill-flash) to ensure that your images are always perfectly exposed. When this auto- flash system is combined with the 2-zone autofocus function, you get vivid, sharp contrast pictures every time. Besides just being fun, this camera has many business applications like documenting insurance and real estate claims, body shop claims, appraisal documentation, landscape design, 'before and after' pictures, or 'work-in-progress' updates. The slim, ergonomic design makes this camera extremely portable and easy to take with you everywhere.
Buyer Reviews : While a great camera overall, it does have a few problems,
As always, the camera was extremely easy to use, and the close up lens work great. The wide angle lens is a DEFINITE PLUS! In comparing an old Polaroid Captiva and a friends JoyCam, I was able to get an additional 20-30% more image using the 1200FF.
While the pop up design is extremly easy to manipulate, the overall size was quite surprising. This is definitely not a camera that you can slide into your camera bag or purse as an after thought. The surprisingly large size is about the same as 3 DVD cases stacked on top of each other.
SouthPaw's, nothing new here, you are still out of luck with this one. Pretty much everything on this camera is designed for right handed use, from the pop-up mechanism, the shutter release, and even the film cover release.
While it is advertised for both indoor and Outdoor photos, Outdoor photos, have a tendency to be a bit washedout, especially in low contrast situations (brightly lit objects, wide open spaces, light colored buildings, etc). It would have been nice if Polaroid would have added a contrast adjustment switch, like they did on the Captiva. In contrast, the 1200FF fill-in flash works great for indoor photos.
As with all Polaroids keep a watch over the film, extreme temperatures will greatly effect the image quality (don't leave it baking in your car), and with the pitures costing almost a buck a pop, it can turn out to be a costly mistake.
While definitely not a replacement for a standard 35mm, its overall picture quality, wide angle lens and obvious instant gratification factor, make this a great tag along camera for any family trip, or party.
(by David Vine)
Features/Technical Specs : * Built-in flash, always fires (fill-flash) * Requires Polaroid Spectra Platinum film * Wider angle lens lets you capture up to 33 percent more of your scene * Sleek folding camera design * Comes with a neck strap and tripod nut
