Polaroid 600 How To - Camera Guide

[@Amaijackie]

I just found my parents Polaroid camera and I was wondering how to install new batteries but then I came Across this video and you’re such a life saver!! Will definitely buy new film! Thank you so much , can’t wait to use it😊

[@AnalogThings]

wuhu, have fun

[@juliebegley2649]

Does it not take batterys?

[@lynnethebeautifulone4145]

The battery is built into the film @@juliebegley2649

[@britishairwaysptfs5420]

Jackie J 。り

[@bellenien]

Same here, I've found my mom's old 636 camera and I can't wait to use it 😊

[@motojauntx]

“If u pick up the camera after 20 or 30 years…” just happened. Being new in town, I asked an old timer at my job if he could recommend a shop for finding an old school Polaroid camera. He went in the back room and came out with a 30 year old Sun 600 LMS and handed it to me with a smile. He said, “It’s my gift to you.” Thank you, Nevzat for the camera and thank you Marco for the instruction. Cheers!

[@horrorgardener]

I had the identical thing happen to me two years ago. Cleaning up old desks in my work and we find a Sun 600 in a drawer. They were going to junk it and I said "Hey I'd love that" and now its mine!

[@justice777B]

Polaroid was ahead of it's time i dont care how expensive your camera is it will never be able to give you an old school picture to hang on the wall the moment you take the picture

[@bonnybuckner8242]

100%

[@mikaela6215]

Huh

[@meganoverby4321]

I am so glad that you went through everything so thoroughly. I've seen so many videos where they skip over things because they feel like it's obvious, but it really isn't. Thank you for being so detailed! I really appreciate it!

[@jalengoode3266]

=====TIMESTAMPS===== 0:21 - Open/Close Camera 0:50 - Changing Focus Distance 1:49 - The Flash 2:57 - Opening the Camera 3:33 - The little side window 4:14 - Loading Film 4:39 - Exposure 5:02 - Camera Maintenance 7:50 - Things to look out for (when buying one) 9:53 - Do you need to “shake it like a Polaroid picture”? (No lol)

[@sahebath428]

How do you charge the damn thing? I can’t find the plug hole!

[@IrishMan768]

@@sahebath428not sure if you still need this information considering your comment is a year old 😂, but you don’t actually need to charge the Polaroid camera, the Polaroids which you buy already is compacted with a charger 5:16

[@sanmanDC050]

Thank you, I found my wife’s 600 after 30 yrs in the garage and we both didn’t remember how it worked. We had an idea but we found it funny we had to relearn how to use a 30 yr old camera we used for many years lol. Thanks for the refresh. My 12 yr old daughter is amazed with it. Can’t wait to start using it again.

[@Pegasus313]

Thanks for this tutorial! I just acquired a Polaroid camera and had no idea how to work the damn thing. Love people who take the time and energy to create videos like this. Really helps out and I hope you receive the compensation you deserve for your work!

[@OpalsandDenim]

Thank you for this introduction. I just found my parents Polaroid and me and my mom were planing on taking photos with it because it is in a very good condition. Best tutorial ever. You have answered on point every question we've had. Thank you!

[@AnalogThings]

thanks :)

[@Wanking_wanker]

**buys exact camera** **does not look anything relevant up to it on the internet** **gets recommended this**

[@thecatsmeowfromny]

Same here! Very odd but it was a useful video none the same!

[@HDliketheTV]

Government. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@jadeholt6757]

OMG same thing happened to me

[@KodeKhot]

gracias a dios por la existencia de la gente vintage :v

[@fandufati9653]

@@HDliketheTV sad but true

[@bowiebeebuzzbuzz5419]

bought one for 6.99 at goodwill, bought the film at target for 20 bucks, it works perfectly! this video helped alot!

[@AnalogThings]

if possible dont buy at target, you never know if the film is stil good

[@ianpb422]

Great, now I can use this to find pictures of DIO while smashing the camera in the process.

[@antocool100]

Wtf 😂

[@pandais3291]

OH MY GOOOOOOOD

[@asanlangwanswett]

Nice bro

[@confounded_feline]

Was very pleased to find they're remaking these old film. I've just pulled out my old OneStep from the mid 90s when I was a kid. Can't wait to try it out again.

[@shantenicolee]

So of course yesterday was Christmas and my grandma gave me her old Polaroid camera same exact as the video and it’s in really good condition! You answered all my questions I wasn’t sure if I had to buy a battery and film but it comes with the film so I am really excited about using it

[@AnalogThings]

+Shante Nicole Great, hope you will enjoy the camera!

[@youtubelover1311]

Me to

[@esperanzahernandez2801]

Shante Nicole where did you order or get the film. I’ve been having a hard to trying to buy the film. And will the battery be coming with the film?

[@Sofiaveinteytre]

Esperanza Hernandez they sell it at target for $15...8 shots ...600 film

[@lindamartinutz]

Sofia Litman is the film the battery??

[@strangescottvoiceacting5351]

The brightness feature and flash really helped me out. I got a great deal on my camera, I bought it at a local thrift store for only $2, half off from its original price. Online mine sells for about $130 So far I've bought only 3 packs of film because they are expensive for me. And I've been pretty sparing with them so they've lasted quite a while. I have some weird taken photos but I like that sort of raw, unfiltered, somewhat unprofessional look. But as I progress I'm sure to get more and more better photos. Thank you for this tutorial, it was very insightful!

[@fieferroxyguerra7393]

That's exactly where I found mine! I'm so excited to get it working

[@bdm1_752]

i got mine today for 10 dollars, and i've actually been thinking about getting one, but i didn't want to spend a lot, so i guess this was part of God's plan.

[@Los_HermanitosCruz]

Got mine for 3$ as well 😂 its been awesome

[@cheetahmeetah]

Thanks for this video. I have my Mom's Polaroid camera that my late Grandma gave her as a graduation gift. I've been teaching myself how to take pictures with this camera and love the vintage look of the physical pictures. I have the spirit 600, and this video broke down what the functions are, so now I feel more informed about my particular camera. Thank you.

[@qwirky1709]

Just got one of these babies at a goodwill. Can't wait to put some new film in it!

[@thecreamer886]

Qwirky I just found mines at goodwill too !!!

[@jerrykoehler8688]

Same!

[@ronclark5083]

me too! the film was 30.00 though

[@nodinthurlow9083]

me too $10!! but my first few pics are a bit blurry :/

[@ronclark5083]

I had only two pictures develop out of an 8 pack of 600 film☹

[@sarahspaulding6365]

Just scored one of these for 20$ at an antique store and I doubted it was going to work from the low price and the fact that it had a REALLY old film cartridge still inside that had massive sun damage....But I removed the old film and tested it with new film just like you recommended and it worked so well that the noise of it ejecting the film pack cover actually scared me! Very informative video, thanks!

[@sabrinarebelato7587]

Looooved the video, i just got my boyfriend one of these and we are so excited to use it now that we know exactly how it works. We wouldn’t have been able to figure it out without your video, thank you so much ❤️❤️

[@denettafisher5373]

VISITED: 8:45 AM. 5 /25 /2021. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INFORMATIONAL PATIENCE!!! I GOT MY CAMERA IN 2009. JUST TAKING IT OUT OF THE CLOSET!!!* GOING TO SHOP AROUND. BLESS YOU!!!***

[@aliciaambriz5549]

Awesome review on the Polaroid 600 camera. Thank you. And i love the background of all the cameras!!!!!

[@hollyblankenship8730]

Alicia Ambriz where do the batteries go?

[@lynnethebeautifulone4145]

The battery is built into the film you buy @@hollyblankenship8730

[@breannalinden6729]

I went to my grandpa’s house not long ago and after sifting through old family photos, I found his camera (which happens to be the one in this video) and he gifted it to me! I have a Fujifilm Instax instant camera, but this is way cooler! I bought the film you mentioned and it works! I’m so excited to use it and keep the pictures coming. your tutorial was thorough and super helpful. no film shall go to waste now that I know the functions and how to properly use and maintain it. thank you so much! ☺️

[@DaniDiggory]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video!! My mom just gave me her "onestep flash" polaroid vamera (the one with a red stripe) and I was so afraid of breaking it because it just would close! I've watched your video and everything became very clear -- including the battery doubt! Thank you for being thorough. While making a video, people may think some things are obvious but they are NOT! I'm going to buy some cartridges tomorrow and can't wait to start testing it!

[@cjalexanderjr8811]

I lucked out at a thrift store in NY. I found that exact camera for $15 and it works. Thanks for the info!

[@Starzskream423]

Just dug mine up from storage when the film arrived. Had to get reacquainted with it after 16 years. I'm super excited and can't wait to use it. Great video🙏

[@abbie645]

My sister has a Barbie one from the 90s. I found it during the beginning of quarantine and I got to use it for the first time yesterday which was super exciting! Thank you for this video😁

[@ChrissyCatastrophee]

just found this camera in my sisters room! this video was so helpful thanks!

[@AnalogThings]

nice, i hope you still share it with your sisiter

[@ASmith001]

This video helped a lot, I just found the Polaroid 600 in my step dad's parent's basement and the flash and everything works like a charm, all I need is the film. Which is pretty expensive but I think it might be worth it for such a cool camera.

[@krummenaht2724]

thank you so much for this video, just found this type of camera in my parents house. have to order a film, hope it still works... it must be more than 20 years old...

[@bzzdbunni]

Krumme Naht did it end up working? I want to order film for mine but I’m not sure how it powers on or if it even works. :/

[@brian6622]

He explains it at 5:14. Batteries are inside the film you purchase :)

[@anorah-braleahwhite9183]

Same here just found two of a kind at my parents house I have fond memories of using these in the early 90s. My husband and I are going to use them this weekend at an 80s party. AWESOMMMME!!!

[@Starzskream423]

It should work. I've had mine since '02-'03. Recently dug it out of storage and popped in the new cartridge. Works like a charm. Good luck with yours

[@DragonQueen78]

More like near 40 years old. Came out in 1981.

[@Overseer4576]

Thank you for saying the battery was in the film pack. Very informative video.

[@colddrinkclink]

i just found my moms polaroid 600 and i’m so excited to use it! this helped so much thank you :)))

[@colddrinkclink]

just subscribed too!!

[@AnalogThings]

thanks

[@nextinstitute7824]

Hi there, thanx for video... :) I am thinking of buying a vintage one, because I always liked the quality of the polaroid photos. They made everybody look so good... Every photo was special. The secret was in the lighting, I think. Is that new film as good? Or are they slightly different?

[@laetitiaphilie839]

Thank you so much for making this video! I just bought one that’s never been used, still in the box at an antique store and I can’t wait to use it 😄

[@AnalogThings]

oh nice, hope everything works but with a mint condition one it should be fine

[@neonbeing]

thank you so much for making this video, Ive had the polaroid one step auto focus, and it takes 600 film, i knew nothing about the camera because it was given to me by my grandmother, so this was very informative

[@Soy_Pira]

Thank you so much!!! I didn't Know how they work. I just bought one at Good Will for $4 don't know if it works yet.

[@kindle7191]

Hi from Canada! I just bought a Polaroid 600 at a Thrift Store! only ten Canadian dollars. Thank you for the demo. I just ordered my film. I can't wait to test it out. Now I know that I need to clean my rollers first. Cool video. Cheers from Kindle

[@AnalogThings]

great, hope it works

[@juliekmunden]

Ouch, why only 8 frames...$$$$. Great video. Love the vintage cameras in the background.

[@confounded_feline]

Yeah crazy money tbh. Tad more expensive than back in the day though. I remember here in the UK during the mid 90s, these 600 film would cost me around £10. In today's money this would be >£18 which is around the same price as they retail now... although we did get 10 sheets instead of 8 like he mentioned in the vid.

[@robertknight4672]

@@confounded_feline the film is a little thicker now.

[@charlenedrake4620]

What a fantastic video for my new old Polaroid I bought for $10! There are a few KZbin videos but I always go back to yours.

[@TheDrTobs]

Got mine today and everything works for just 8€. Thanks for the video mate

[@AnalogThings]

thats a great deal

[@Nonexistanthuman]

I feel like this video is going to be my gateway to photography, thanks for the help

[@theravenclawniffler6891]

This was a phenomenal video. Thank you! It answered all the questions I didn't know I needed to ask. Thank you for doing this!

[@ΛηδαΑυγερινου-ι3χ]

A few minutes ago, i came across with this polaroid camera. It was my dad's when he was younger. Im definetely going to buy some film. I found your video extremely helpful!!

[@mishej.2292]

I just recently unearthed my old cool cam 600,so, thank you you for the refresher upload!

[@johncarry5989]

Nice video. I've been a photographer for years but only just started getting interested in these things recently. What I would like to know is changing the brightness/darkness. You didn't explain what was making it light or dark? Does it change the aperture I assume and not the shutter speed?

[@abelgarrogomez5205]

Great! You just told me everything I need to know. The most annoying to me was find where the battery was placed. Great job. Thanks.

[@AnalogThings]

watch the video....

[@abelgarrogomez5205]

XD

[@abelgarrogomez5205]

C'mon, you get this far, read the comments, but can`t watch the video? Just do it, it's very helpful.

[@alexdoesthings2875]

What a great and thorough tutorial! In moving our Dad out of our childhood home, we found one of these with a package of Polaroid film. I'm so excited to try it out!

[@renatasteiner9705]

This was exactly what I needed. Excellent tutorial. Thank you!

[@MrColinWarde]

Really nice video, thank you. I have a 600 for some reason and we are using it in a commercial this week. Needed to figure out how to get it up and running and you made it happen. Much obliged.

[@cottagebo]

thank you for this video, the other ones i watched were confusing or too short but this one really helped. i just got one from my friend since me doesnt use it, so this was actually very nice and helpful

[@AnalogThings]

+Anna Richards Thanks Anna, hope you will capture some nice memories.

[@digemsmacks5690]

Gave a box of old Polaroid and Kodak cameras to my 15 yr old son.. Hes in love with old tech as he calls it. Were taking a few pics now with the old 600 as a matter of fact, good times.

[@Dlibassi93]

Omg I didn’t know about the flash vs non flash button. I’ll finally be able to take pics that aren’t over exposed 😂🙌🏼

[@makarandgurav3475]

What a superbly designed product..way way ahead of its time!

[@benxgoodall]

Great video! I just picked up a Spirit 600 CL from a thrift store for $7. Thanks for the help mate!

[@AnalogThings]

thats a good deal ben, more money for film left ;)

[@AnalogThings]

+The saddest Girl thats what i call a good deal

[@ebaakpa247]

Thanks so much for a thorough step by step explanation of how it works. I was actually wandering how to fix batteries in it as i stumbled over mine I bought few years ago in a car boot sales.

[@mikeymanzana1292]

"if that happens, then you're f*cked" HAHAHAHA i died at this

[@romanag8970]

super helpful and straight to the point!!! literally everything i needed to know. i just found this exact camera at goodwill for $8!!! super excited

[@causeofmyserendipity8562]

I cringed when you wasted those films, they are SO EXPENSIVE 😩😭

[@AnalogThings]

dont worry these are test packs that dont work ;)

[@LividCocomint]

Phew

[@Merlindangerderlin]

Word though, I was wondering if anyone was feeling that pain too. 😂😭

[@kit10]

It's only 2.50 a photo. Even less if you buy bulk packs.

[@kenfrancischenpanergayo5190]

I agree with you

[@gombet]

Best review on KZbin - There is a company in the USA which does repair these.

[@karlapulido9415]

Thank you for this informative video! It was very insightful! Now it's time to try a Spirit 600, hopefully it works.

[@christopherwelch5568]

I bought one of these in the late 90s for $10 to use for a couple of art school projects. It's been in a drawer ever since. I pulled it out recently and ran some film through it. It still works exactly the same. I found an early 80s Sun 600 at Goodwill for $6 and gave it to my niece. Still works. It's impressive how reliable they are.

[@akilakil8856]

thank you very much Analog Things

[@priscabienvenue5404]

Wow 4yrs later and still saved my day! I was so tempted to buy this camera at a thrift shop but as I took two shots, the pictures came out solely in yellow tints so I put it back but now I’m wondering, is this a problem with the camera (which is why I put it back) or could it be the film that was already in it? I would love to know your thoughts!

[@stevenss7059]

I found one of these in my attic and I want to use it, so this video is extremely helpful, thanks

[@elizabethrdaniels]

been looking into getting one of these recently, glad this video is around even after 6 years, very helpful!

[@nieckulka]

Thanks! Really cool for first time Polaroid user!

[@___royalcourt]

My grandfather used to have an old Polaroid but we have no idea what happened to it. I was given one a month ago and your video was perfect to help me figure it out! Thank you ☺️

[@_EllieLOL_]

5:12 unless your name is Nathan Prescott Then you can destroy Polaroid Instant Cameras in 1 shot

[@contu5680]

this made me sad

[@brandonfleming7118]

I'm glad I am not the only Life is Strange fan on these vids.

[@Jlawsmirkingismysexuality]

Omg Life is Strange 😭❤

[@kremit5084]

Yike

[@areyoucereals]

Why was I so surprised to see a Life Is Strange comment on this video when I literally got an actual Polaroid for Max kinnie vibes (I have like 4 other instant cameras but it's not enough bahahah)? 😂😔 Well, I've always wanted a Polaroid camera, I've always loved the aesthetic, but I decided to stop dreaming and start doing because I wanted an actual Polaroid for my Max cosplay, and I'm here because I had no clue what the exposure switch was and was confused 😂

[@JeCkA19a]

Thank you!!! You answered all the questions I had. Great video! Can't wait to try the camera!

[@acidsnow5915]

i just got my hands on a polaroid spirit 600, thanks for all the great tipps on your channel :)

[@miker6922]

I LOVED this video! My wife and I have a Polaroid 600 camera and haven't used it for 30 years. We started using it and I have a question. After the photo is taken, should I leave the photo exposed or turn it down where no light is exposed.

[@Paperlover123]

Thankyou so much! I just found a camera, that belonged to my mom, and I needed to learn the basics so I seriously appreciate you making this video!

[@p4int3r]

Thanks! Just found my old Polaroid 600 camera, I don't even remember when I got it. My husband said KZbin! and I found your video. Looking forward to getting some film and using this great old camera.

[@MichaelJohnsenOslo]

This answered everything I wanted to know, thanks a bunch!

[@3mil33]

I bought this exact camera a little over 10 years ago from a small town thrift store in northern MN. It had a $1 sticker on it... I see it’s on amazon now for over $100. Insane!

[@13crazydaisies]

Absolutely amazing video! You covered everything!

[@samantharhyne7836]

Great video, i just found one in an old filing cabinet at a house my boyfriend was getting scrap metal from. It says it takes 600 plus film. Is that the same as 600 film??

[@AnalogThings]

yeah, thats the same film

[@rojeanarguelles695]

Thank you so much for very informative video😊😘😘 You're such a life saver now I know how to use it..😊😘😘

[@zariyahhall2921]

I just bought one of these and honestly this video was perfect in helping me get started 😁

[@simonhoward9216]

Excellent tutorial. Very helpful, thank you!

[@kerryteddy]

I've been using my mother's original Polaroid Supercolor Espirt for awhile now and after watching this video have discovered I wasn't using it as well as I could! Straightforward guide, very informative. Love this video, thank you.

[@ryansay]

This was so helpful. Well explained. Thanks!

[@cathryngoll7451]

Thank you for the video. I bought one when they were new and just found it buried in a closet. Seems the new film is of better quality so I look forward to trying it out.

[@AnalogThings]

no, the old film was alot better ;)

[@oyeahkashii]

This was so helpful! It answered all the questions I had! 💕 Thank You! (Also love your accent)

[@AnalogThings]

haha thanks

[@ritvavilppola9186]

Can you change the strap on the 600? I wanted to get a longer strap but have no idea whether the current black thing band can come out!

[@R2TurboR2]

Very informative! Vielen dank!

[@jessbeichner7664]

I got one of these cameras and just ordered film to test it out! I found it at an outdoor flea market. I actually bought another camera and the guy at the booth threw this one in for free just to get rid of it. I'm so excited to try it out now!

[@Julian-zt8iu]

Thanks for the video. Im about to buy my first one off offer up for $10

[@fannygarciaphoto]

Thank you so much for the video. I had no idea using no flash was an option. That second shutter button was a secret to me!

[@herrgrauwolf4862]

Deutsch ist deine Muttersprache, oder?

[@AnalogThings]

+Bla Blubbi jo

[@__Jensen_Walker__]

Bla Blubbi Das dachte ich auch

[@annaheffernan136]

this video was very helpful. thank you!! i just have one question. So i bought this camera for only $1 at a rummage sale and the lady said it was perfectly in good condition. I don’t have any film in it yet, and my green light doesn’t turn on when i open it or pull the trigger on the side.

[@BlueStripeLeader]

Thank you for this video. I recently picked up an unused version of the Polaroid camera my grandfather had when I was young. What was initially going to be a small experiment has now become a very exciting project. This video has been super-helpful.

[@CostaClicks]

I have a cool cam 600 and the far focus distance bothered me as I wanted to do portraits, so I ended up buying one of these after watching this video. Very informative and clear, thank you

[@AnalogThings]

oh nice, how do you like it so far?

[@mamenOuYEAH]

Thank you very much for the information. I have a question, should I keep the films stored in the fridge while not using them?? Thanks!!!

[@janettekerr1778]

Thanks for being there! I just found an old polaroid Supercolor 635L that has never been used. There is film inside but nothing is happening... no flash charging either... hoping that if I buy new film and cartridge that it will work...

[@sora1099]

I've come across this exact model like others here and this was the most convenient and easy guide to help me familiarize myself with the Polaroid 600. Got some film on the way and excited to use it soon!

[@garrettgregory6936]

I bought one of these back in 2010 at a goodwill for $1.49 plus tax. This year I got the new One Step Two for Christmas with some extra film and tried it in the 600. Works like a charm! Thanks for showing me how to work it!

[@emili227]

One question. When you put a new cartridge in, and the batteries are "working", they stop working when you close the flash light? Or they keep running out and even when you are not using the camera if the cartridge is still in? Thank you very much, great video, you helped me a lot!! :)

[@tritongail]

Found my old camera from the early 90's - it still works. just awesome

[@log3764]

What light is ideal to take pictures and how should you use the input of light to manipulate that. And how should you let it develop? In a dark room or face down etc?

[@alexanderegan7684]

Thanks for the very helpful video. I was wondering if you know about a site that sells film at a better price than the places in Iceland? Thanks again for a very helpful video

[@jonnyquigley6831]

Great Video 👍😊 just wondering what the difference is between the 600 close up & 600 one step flash ? Thanks in advance