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All cameras on this site utilize Polaroid 3 1/4" x 3 3/4" Pack Films. The
recommended films and characteristics are listed below along with development times. Most
of these films are available in 8 or 10 sheet packs. Polaroid is
converting all film manufacturing for these films to 10 sheet packs. A case of these films
with 8 sheet packs contains 400 sheets of film. A case of these films with 10 sheet packs
contains 500 sheets of film. A case of 10 sheet film packs is more expensive, but the
cost per sheet is the same. When shopping for film, compare the cost per sheet, not per
case. You may think you are getting a better deal from one supplier as he may be quoting 8
sheet packs, and another vendor may be quoting 10 sheet packs.
All cameras shown on this site can use 8 or 10 sheet film packs. Many
competing products can only use 8 sheet film packs, and the 8 sheet film packs are
becoming obsolete.
All Polaroid instant films have an expiration date. Ask what the expiration date is on
the film you are purchasing. Fresh film will have an expiration date at least six months
past the time of purchase. There is nothing wrong with purchasing film that expires next
month, if you will use the whole case within that time frame. Outdated film does not
perform properly.
| Film Name / Number |
Type |
Speed |
Development Time |
| Polacolor 108 |
Color |
80 |
60 seconds |
| Polacolor 669 |
Color |
80 |
60 seconds |
| Pro Vivid 689 |
Color |
100 |
90 seconds |
| Polacolor Pro 100, 679 |
Color |
100 |
90 seconds |
| ID Ultraviolet |
Color |
80 |
60 seconds |
| Polapan Pro 100, 664 |
Black & White |
100 |
30 seconds |
Development times given are for the film when it is at a temperature of 75º F.
See the Troubleshooting section for any
problems you may have with picture quality. See the How To
section which shows proper insertion and handling of the film pack and related
procedures.
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