5 comments about Polaroid 600 Platinum Instant Film (4 Pack).

1. POLAROID instant film R.I.P.
   
   :(
   
   you will be missed.



2. We bought these to create a picture curtain of all of our incoming employees for the season. The film works great...kind of pricey...about a $1-$1.50 per employee...so it adds up with a lot of employees.



3. I purchased the film to use at my wedding. Although I received it quickly and have no complaints on timing or shipment.
   
   The photos came out horribly. All the photos are yellowish and have no definition. I tried a different package hoping to get better results with no luck.
   
   I am very disappointed considering this was purchased for such a special event.



4. I used it to take pictures of my guests at my wedding, instead of them signing a cheesy guest book that I will never read. I put the pictures together in a groovy collage. Get the film while you can! It is rare!



5. I used pictures instead of a sign in book at my wedding. The film worked great and the quality was good (the quality of instant Polaroid pictures are never of super great quality, I personally think).

1 comments about Polaroid One Step Close-Up 600 Instant Camera.

1. I bought this camera used. I took one picture and the camera never worked again after that

5 comments about Canon EOS Rebel Ti 35mm SLR Kit w/ 28-90mm Lens.

1. I've only have my Canon Ti for a week and I've already developed and purchased additional film (B&W). I was instantly impressed and amazed at the quality of pictures that I, as an amateur (and first-time camera owner) could produce. The color, sharpness, and realism portrayed in the film, along the light-weight, durable, and attractive camera body makes it a popular model, with no shock.
   
   I did a lot of personal research on modern day SLR 35mm cameras before I made my purchase and my eyes were instantly fixated on this model. The only reason that I did not give this camera a full 5-star review is that this is not the best camera on the market. Dispite the excellent monetary value, depth of use (a 60-page manual included!), and film quality that is produced, this camera is not the best out there, and obviously lacks digital properties. However, being a college student, and having a film camera in mind, this was the best choice for me; I'm a proud new Canon owner, I don't regret my purchase in the slightest, and I can't wait to take more pictures.
   
   All I personally recommend is: look for a better deal through Amazon's private dealers or on eBay, read the instruction manual, don't be intimidated, and have fun...this camera takes great pics, good shooting.
   
   ~S



2. This is an excellent camera. It has helped me learn more about photography. The preset modes allow you to just point and shoot when you're in a rush, and the manual mode lets you get more creative.
   fast, accurate, versatile, durable. little bulky, but all SLR's are.



3. I have owned this camera for over 5-6 years, and love it. Now looking at upgrading to a DSLR.
   
   With the len's, I have the Canon EF 28-90 mm lens and then purchased a Telephoto 300mm lens to go with it. Quality of pictures is amazing, functions easy to use, point+shoot automatic mode great. Semi-pro photographer and with this camera, have had photos published in magazines + calendars.
   
   Takes amazing close up photos, and distant photos. A good lens is a definate requirement.
   
   I would highly recommend this camera and it would be well used. You won't be dissapointed!



4. Excellent Quality.
   Nice feel and weight.
   Looks very good. looks expensive.Good features.
   Only thing That would be nice its for a safety switch that prevents opening the film door on an unfinished film and cause a bad moment in your life.
   Marco



5. An excellent camera for the money. I'm a fan of 35mm over digital, so finding a good camera is always a problem. I've shot about ten rolls already, all turning out superb. The flash is a nice feature. The only downside I found was the manual was on CD. I prefer paper manuals for quicker reference. That's the only reason it lost one star.

1 comments about Holga Holgawood Series 120N Medium Format Fixed Focus Camera with Lens - Pretty In Pink.

1. Great camera purchased for my Girlfriend for christmas, however the lens cover was broke. Other then that great camera.

5 comments about Lomography Colorsplash 35MM Camera.

1. This is my third lomo camera and surely not my last.I liked the retro appeal of it and when is color ever a bad thing,right?it comes with its own camera and batteries and also some color filter,though some of the filters are the same just a shade different.The only things i don't like about this camera is that you can only have 4 colors on the color wheel,2 of which you can't change and also if you want a filter over the lens itself,then you have to tape it on which is kind of ghetto.The film advancer wheel is also annoying because it's hard to turn and hurts your finger.Overall the pictures come out really good but i prefer using it at night because of the effects you can create from surrounding lights.I recommend buying this camera as long as you can handle it's few annoying quirks.



2. My camera stopped working after a week and a half. I had to send it back for a refund which I was glad to receive...
   IT's difficult to use and poorly made.
   =( too bad, nice idea...but just poorly constructed, won't last long!



3. Don't buy it. The camera is cheaply made- mine broke in about a week. It had trouble rewinding the film and the colored flash re-loader thingy broke as well. I'm going to buy a Holga instead and hopefully that will work out better. Trust me, this camera looks fun and easy to use but don't waste your money.



4. OK, so the design really caught my eye. I couldn't wait till I could get my hands on my new 35mm film camera, that's right, film. Not digital. And when it came, it was all about presentation. Sadly, I haven't gotten the trademark Lomographic pictures that I wanted, partly because the flash didn't work at all on my first of now three rolls. Works with normal 35mm - I recommend 400 speed. Man, maybe it's too early to review this product, as it might be time as the main factor. The truths: The craftmanship is sub-par, but concept is crucial to liking and/or buying this camera for you or someone you love. It is an experiment waiting to begin! Have fun.



5. This sorry cheap excuse for a toy camera broke before I could even get one picture developed. Plus, this is not a real Lomo. Fake, low-quality and lame.

5 comments about Minolta Maxxum QTsi 35mm SLR Camera Kit w/ 35-80mm Lens.

1. I used this camera for my photography classes in high school and college. I was afraid that this camera wasn't as good as the one priced more. I love this camera. It goes everywhere with me. The pictures are amazing, and you can buy tons of lenses for this camera. I will tell you, out of all the camera's that I own, and have used, this is my favorite.



2. I purchased this camera back in 1999, after I gave birth to my son. This camera is AMAZING! In looking at the digital camera I own and this one, I'm going back to 35MM. I don't have the money to afford a digital camera that could take pictures the way this camera will. It's been a perfect camera with no issues since 1999, other than I need to get some batteries and some Kodak film! Over the years, I have upgraded the lens, to have the ability to take closer pictures. I'll come back here and upload some of the pictures I've taken over the years! This is the perfect camera for someone just starting out in the 35MM world, and your looking for EXCELLENT pictures!



3. I just got finished writing a review on one of my digital cameras.
   I have gone thru several digital cameras in the past few years. I had a $400 Nikon camera which decided to break on me 1 month after the 1 yr warranty. I had a Sony Cybershot (forgot which one) which lasted at least 2 yrs. But the new ones are not even close to the quality of the old ones. A Canon Powershot A530 - which got great reviews... but has a CONSTANT battery low blinking.. That only lasted 5 months. Lastly, a DXG (Kyocera) CHEAP CHEAP CHEAP $50 dig camera. STAY AWAY!
   
   Bottom line. After owning those digital cameras while owning this Minolta. I will never go back to a digital camera again. This truly is the best camera I have ever had. You won't find a better camera that takes such great pictures. Especially the up close shots! Hands down, WORTH buying one. Even used. I got my USED one on ebay about 4-5 yrs ago. and it still works great - never a problem!



4. I have had my Maxxum QTsi for 9 years now and have been extremely pleased with its performance. I have a Sony digital point and shoot camera, and have NEVER been able to capture anywhere near the quality of photo that I can get with this camera. In fact, I only use the digital when I need something really compact. I find that framing the subject with this camera is really easy (your picture comes out exactly as viewed), and I have thoroughly enjoyed it as my first SLR. I have beautiful sunset and beach shots that are clear and colorful, even without a UV filter. The camera has never given me a day of trouble. My first 28-80mm lens that was packaged with the camera eventually jammed and would not focus after 5 years, but I purchased a Tamron 28-200mm lens 3+ years ago with no further issues. I highly recommend this camera...even a novice like myself can take from the box and start shooting great pictures.



5. This was the first "real" camera I ever bought. I have recently moved on to a Sony digital SLR, but I still love this camera. It's super basic, you can't adjust your shutter or aperture, but it does the job for you. Perfect for a person just learning how to shoot. Takes flawless pictures. I can use all my lenses on both cameras. I'm so happy that Minolta was bought out by a great camera company!

5 comments about Lomography Supersampler Camera (Blue).

1. this camera is great amazon is great so i recieved my camera pretty quickly and the camera is fun to use and takes awsome pictures



2. I love the supersampler, the price was fantastic and it got to me quickly. That is everything I could want in a shopping experience



3. Yo pienso que esta cámara es genial. Quizás puedas hacer unas fotos parecidas usando algún software en la computadora nunca te sentirás igual.
   Primero esta cámara es tan diferente a las demás que ya de por si es muy divertida. La forma en que enrolla la película y como dispara es algo totalmente loco. Al final ver el resultado de algo tan simple como una cámara de rollo que no tiene ni siquiera un visor es algo comiquisimo.
   Yo la compre por probar algo diferente pero en bien revele mi primer rollo le monte otro nuevo.



4. I really enjoyed this camera, but after a few rolls the pull-string stopped retracting, and I had to retire it. Not terribly suprising, for a toy camera, but disappointing nonetheless.



5. If you want to see what kind of photos this takes just check out flikr, there are whole groups dedicated to the supersampler. When you get your first roll of film back - you'll know why too. I adore this little camera - just be sure to tell the person at your local developer that the photos are supposed to look that way! :) (Oh- the camera company who makes these is also very nice. My first one arrived and the pull cord didn't work, they exchanged it for me for just the cost of the shipping with no trouble at all.)

5 comments about Olympus Stylus Epic Zoom 170 QD Date 35mm Camera.

1. This little beauty is bringing back my love of photos. I still enjoy film cameras as much as digital. This one has a great zoom and autofocus; so getting just the right shot is easy.



2. I had an Olympus Accura for seven years and loved it so when it crashed I wanted another Olympus. I've only had this one for a few weeks, am still getting used to it. It's different than the other Olympus in that it doesn't take AA batteries and you have to hold it differently because of the flash and because it slides open whereas the other one opened when you pushed the button on top. That's the only problem I've had so far -- a couple of times I inadvertently shut it off by holding it wrong. I was pleased with the first roll of film I took with this camera -- only one blurred shot, and a nice close-up of a rose. Sometimes to get a close photo you need to use the zoom instead of just getting close. It always takes me awhile to get used to new stuff, but I think once I learn to use this camera I'll like it as much as the other. The zoom is cool and easy to use. Everyone says go digital, but with digital you lose the element of surprise and imperfection and that's what makes photography interesting. Plus all the girls see their picture and say, Ooh, I don't look good in that one, delete it! With this camera you can't delete so you don't end up tossing pictures that someone will like when they're old and gray and didn't recognize how good they looked at 23. I give this four stars -- I can't give it five stars because I haven't mastered it yet.



3. I ordered this camera used a year ago through Amazon to try it out. However, the used camera always gave me trouble. The zoom would not work with the autofocus or the flash and when putting in a new roll of film it often went right to rewind and I lost a roll of film. But I did like the quality of pictures the camera produced and the ease of operation. I have been very pleased with this new camera. Everything works and I got my first roll of developed pictures back and was very pleased with the quality.



4. very easy to use. size is just right to carry in pockets, etc. pictures are sharp and clear. would buy this camera again.



5. In case someone is still looking for a non-digital camera, this is the one to get! The zoom is great (170), the photos turn out with crisp colors, and it's easy to use with very simple buttons. There are basically 6 "buttons" for choices. One button controls flash (none, flash only, red eye), another controls the zoom distace, two buttons control the date stamp (none and other varieties), one controls the self timer, and the last one takes the photos! That's it! It loads film automatically with an LED screen that tells you if you are successful or not. LED screen tells you the date/time, number of photos taken, and flash choices, if any, that you make.
   
   The only drawback is the weight, especially compared to the small digital cameras out there, but it needs to be heavier to support the zoom lens that comes out. I've had this camera for over 10 years and never had a problem.

5 comments about Nikon N75 35mm SLR Camera Kit with 28-80mm f3.5-5.6 Nikkor Lens.

1. i have had this camera for over 3 years and it ahsnt failed me once. It is light and easy to use, and its "--" speed feature allows me to shoot star trails-thing which I love to do.



2. Hello?!!! Why would anyone bother to buy a film camera, in these days of raging digital slr fever? In fact, why bother with an auto-focus film SLR at all, when you can buy manual focus Nikon SLRs and go fully retro if you're really nostalgic for those "good-ole" noisy, fiddly, bulky SLR days?
   
   Let me tell you why. It makes sense. At least from a serious hobby photographer like myself. I have a digital slr and a couple of manual focus Nikon cameras. My dslr is my main camera. But I still love to shoot film. I still love to make a fuss just to create one picture, wait for it to be developed and printed. I like shopping for various film ISOs, load film, hear the whir of the film advance mechanism. I am one of those nuts who love to unroll a developed negative and still be fascinated with the organic, almost magical nature of it all!
   
   Now I choose the Nikon F75/N75 because I wanted the convenience of automation while still shooting film. F100s, even F80s are still very expensive for me, not to mention F5s and F6s. The other choices were N55, N60, N65 but going through their individual reviews, I know I wont be satisfied with them. I therefore got myself an N75 with databack and MB-18 battery grip. This is a fantastic combination! Reviews about it correctly state that this is a beginner's camera with option for more advanced photographers. When you know nothing of photography principles but savvy enough to know that an SLR is superior to a point and shoot, this is for you. Once you gain some skills in photography, this camera will open up options that will test your knowledge.
   
   Here are the things I like about the N75:
   
   1. CenterWeighted (CW) metering in Manual Mode. Some reviews mention this as a disadvantage, prefering CW metering as an option available in any mode. What is CW metering anyway? Does the intended target of this camera care? If you dont know what the heck it is, you'll thank Nikon for putting CW in Manual Mode only! Because you will only use Manual mode anyway when you want to be creative about your exposure- overriding the meter, using off-camera flash, etc-which means you know your photography. In all other modes the camera uses the reliable Matrix meter. With a little insight you can even override that using the easy-to-use exposure compensation!
   
   2. Spot meter available only in AutoExposure lock button and must be customized. Again, there are reviews that diss this method, preferring to have spotmeter freely available in all modes. Let me ask you. Do you know what is spot meter? Do you know how to use it? Do you know the zone system? If you don't and chances are you are one of the intended target of this camera, you will also thank Nikon for putting spot meter this way. You cannot accidentally switch it. You must intentionally and deliberately customize it to use it which means you must know how to use it. If it were freely available in all options and you dont know what it does, you may very well be in for the shock of your life to see severely overblown and under-exposed photos come from your negatives when you shot using spot meter under very common lighting situations. And then you will blame Nikon for making such a crappy camera!
   
   3. Film prewind. People have mixed reaction to this facility. It takes getting used to. Personally I like it. When you use the battery pack and grip MB-18 like I do, it only takes 10 seconds flat to prewind a 36 exposure film. That's plenty fast enough for me. What's more, if you accidentally opened the back midroll you would have saved your previous shots since they are already inside the film canister.
   
   4. The camera has a dedicated optional MB-18 battery grip which has its own vertical shutter release and power on switch! I guess there will be no argument here. The convenience of using AA batteries over exhorbitantly priced, one-use lithiums is obvious. You will be pleased with the ease with which to take pictures when holding the camera vertically.
   
   5. It has 12 custom functions. For that time when you know a bit more than a beginner and want a taste of a little adventure in your photography. Go to spot meter, CW meter, multiple exposures. Heck go and bracket your exposures! You already know these stuff, right? When you feel you need instant access to these advanced options then perhaps you can invest in more expensive cameras.
   
   6. It comes with a model which have data back. Here is another much maligned facility. Some folks say those tiny date imprints are unprofessional and distract from the subject. I dont know about you. But I am not shooting for museum galleries or for national geographic magazine or any news agency. I am shooting pictures for much more special clients: my family and friends. I am really pleased to be able to imprint dates in pictures since for me they add points of interest when we later look at them in our favorite chair or pillow.
   
   7. The sound of shutter release is subdued. Motor whir which advances film is also quiet. I just love it.
   
   Now some of the things I consider areas for improvement- bearing in mind this is just a beginner-to-serious amateur camera:
   
   1. A brighter viewfinder screen.
   2. Option to switch on grid lines (like that in the N80.)
   3. Ability to meter with manual focus lenses. then again, what beginner has them?
   
   A little faster continuous mode would be really nice like 2-3 frames per second instead of 1.5 fps and a slightly stronger builtin flash would be good.
   
   Although this is a plastic camera, it is very well built and beautiful to look at. I heartilly recommend the N75/F75 to all amateurs and beginners who are on a tight budget for an AF film SLR yet want the option of more advanced features when knowledge grows. I also recommend getting the MB-18 battery grip. It is not much of an added weight or price. But the convenience and economy it provides is big.
   
   There is unique joy in shooting film that digital has not yet replaced and probably never will. The F75/N75 delivers the goods!
   
   If you are already adept in photography, have a formidable collection of manual focus lenses and wanted a film AF SLR, go for the F100 and higher.
   
   As for me, I am very happy with my N75.



3. An excellent camera. Uses Nikon's smallest AF chassis (shared with the decontented N55). I have owned several and always had excellent results. It takes up very little space in my camera bag when stored without a lens (body cap installed) and becomes a backup to my D80.



4. Battery cover is very poor design and can easily come apart. A metal plate is attached to the plastic door with small plastic studs. If the studs sheer the entire door needs to be changed. Parts are hard to find, and the repair instruction manual are hard to come by. Authorized Nikon repair shops charge more than the cost of a new camera.



5. ...even though I also have a D60. The N75 (AKA F75) has amazing features, especially considering the price and weight.
   
   It's like having an FX camera without having to pay for an FX camera.
   
   Pros:
   
   -It works with all Nikon autofocus lenses. This includes AF, AFS, D, G. VR works. DX lenses work, but at their widest zooms you lose the corners. This means I only need one set of lenses for the N75 and the D60.
   
   -The N75 with the Nikkor 50mm 1.8 AF lens is an excellent, classic combination for very little money. Many of the best photographers have done most of their work with a 35mm SLR and a 50mm lens.
   
   -The metering is excellent. Not need to worry about exposure. Override settings only needed in unusual situations.
   
   -Same shooting "modes" as on a new DSLR. A Nikon digital user who runs out of battery can switch to this and hardly notice a difference.
   
   -In many shooting situations, film still gives better results than digital. Try it with Fuji Superia or shoot architecture or nature with Fuji Velvia and a tripod. You can't get that kind of color with digital, at any price.
   
   -It weighs nothing. Put that 50mm lens on it and it weighs half what an FX camera without lens weighs.
   
   -Film is cool.
   
   Cons:
   
   -Pre-AF lenses (AI/AIS) work but only in manual mode without metering.
   
   -Vignette when misusing DX lenses on film cameras.
   
   -You'll need the film.
   
   -When I shoot film I get it processed and scanned to CD with no prints. Some photo labs won't give me high resolution on these scans.
   
   -Won't let me use the lens's aperture ring. Aperture ring must be locked except in full-manual mode without metering. (This is true with most Nikons.)
   
   One more thing. A lot of people seem to think that which film SLR you have makes a big difference in your image quality. This isn't true. All an SLR does is hold the film and operate the lens - the shutter gets out of the way and the lens focuses light on the film. The shutter and meter in this cheap camera are as good as the shutter and meter in many much more expensive cameras, and those are the only parts of the camera body that affect imag quality.

4 comments about Polaroid One Step Express Instant Camera.

1. This Polaroid One Step Express Instant Camera is not the latest model, but it is good & fun enough for people who want to "catch the moment"-- take and get pic in hands within 3 min.

   Digital cameras & images are great. You can almost take as many as pictures you want and would not be afraid of wasting your films. As the instant film is more expensive, you may not take pic that "freely" but what's on the pic will be what you treasure and you would like to keep. The size, shape, & texture of the instant film can give you something different & a little "nostagia" flavor.

   There was black & white film for this model, unfortunately, they are no longer manufactured. So, only color films are available for its use. That's a little disappointing, but I think this camera is still fun to have. :)




2. I have the silver version of this camera. (It uses the same 600 film so I assume they are the similiar (if not the same), just different colors). I think Polaroid instant cameras are great, but there are a few niggling problems. 1) Photos often lack sharpness and can look slightly out of focus, 2) For some reason an occasional photo will come out as if it has already been half-exposed, and 3) There is no counter to tell you how many pictures you have left! This is the most annoying aspect b/c you only get 10 photos per pack (and they're kind of spendy). There is little more frustrating than to press the button and have nothing happen. I believe there is a counter on the Joycam, but I prefer the traditional Polaroid size and shape. Otherwise, I still think this is a quality, fun camera and there is nothing better than not having to drop off your film for development.



3. I got this camera as a hand me down. It works great for instant gratification, but it is hard to get a quality picture. They can be blurry, or the person's head will end up really small and not in the place I wanted it to be in the picture.



4. the camera is good to use, but it is kind of old. however, it is acceptable.