Just the fact that it exists is probably enough.
Thenew Polaroid I-2is a big deal.
It’s the first new Polaroid in decades that is aproper photographer’s toolinstead of an automatic point-and-shoot.
Using a Polaroid I-2.Polaroid
For confirmed Polaroid fans, it’s an instabuy.
“I can see the appeal of this new Polaroid camera for certain photographers.
The full manual controls allow creative flexibility that phone cameras lack.
Polaroid I-2.Polaroid
Digital cameras and printers are far more affordable and convenient if we look at the technical aspects.”
Manual Roll
The I-2 looks just like a Polaroid but is way more advanced.
Then we get to the controls.
Polaroid SX-70.Charlie Sorrel
Shutter speed and aperture are adjusted by moving dedicated rings set around the lens.
It’s all amazing, with only one downside.
Like other Polaroids, the specs are rather pedestrian.
The maximum aperture is a dingy 8, and the maximum shutter speed is just 1/250th/sec.
At least there’s a built-in flash for indoor photos.
The film, though, is another story.
“They write that the camera is ‘Made for the Imperfectionists.’
If you like this look, you’ve probably already ordered a new I-2.
You’ll just have to stick with Fujifilm’s superior film and inferior toy-like cameras.
In many ways, shooting any kind of film is an exercise in frustration.
