How to use a Polaroid Colorpack Camera

[@haarvey919]

I think this is a wonderful supplement to the Film Photography Podcast. Anyone who has seen this video but does't know about the podcast yet needs to get on it. One thing I'd really love to see if videos are done regularly would be to cover instant film options for old large format press cameras like the Crown Graphic.

[@LoveAffairsTube]

I just brought this camera and I am sooooo glad I found this video. I LOVE KZbin. Doing a vintage themed wedding and taking guest photos with polaroid for guest sign-in instead of a boring sign-in book. I didn't know how work and load camera but did search and here it is....YT best invention ever. Thanks Mark!

[@ie750]

just bought a colorpack polaroid land camera from goodwill (thriftstore) for $5. I looked up the film on amazon and it STARTS at $7.98 for 8 pics. now my kids can eat and I can stop hiding all the impossible project e-mails from my wife for the one step film ive been buying. love your podcast, thx for helping save me from peeping at pixels and staring at my pc for hours in post.

[@august4286]

this video just saved my life, bought this camera from a charity shop and I love it sm but I didn’t know how to use it!!! Thank you!!

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Glad I could help! - Mike

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Hi. The camera must have batteries for the shutter to operate. The batteries are inside the camera closest to the lens (inside) Make sure the terminals are not corroded.

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

@RecordGuy3434 Hi, Yes it does. You want Fujifilm FP-100c (color) or FP-3000b (bw). A few films have been discontinued but occasionally you can still find packs - Fujifilm FP-100b (BW) or Polaroid 664 (bw)

[@isabelanncastro3094]

I just got one of these cameras at an estate sale. It was FILL A LAUNDRY BASKET FOR $20 so I picked up a few cameras! I'm excited to try it out!

[@isabelanncastro3094]

Thanks for the tutorial!!! I deeply appreciate it.

[@leoner3264]

I just found a Colorpack 88 Land Camera in my storage room. It seems to be the old Camera from my Grandparents. I made some pictures but all of them turn white. Unfortunately, I didn't found a Manual. Is there somewhere a Battery hidden that I need to replace? Also, the Films might be quite old. They have written POLACOLOR R K85K696E on the films. Happy for every help!

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

When you open the camera, you will see 2 AA batteries ear the inside of the lens. Sadly, Type 88 film is no longer made and packs you may find will most likely be dry. :(

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Hi. The Polaroid Colorpack 80 only uses Polaroid Type 80 (Square) film. This film is no longer made but you can occasionally find it on The E-Bay.

[@RobNunn]

Great video Mike, you've got to do more of these. The way that the film "cracks and peels" is magic, I can't wait to have a go! Thanks, Rob.

[@queefcheif9306]

update some 12 years latter, the film today is very expensive at $112 per pack

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

@rheemix Hi, Sounds like the camera is not getting power. You must have batteries in the camera in order to get an exposure. Check the battery compartment and make sure there is no corrosion.

[@robomatsuda]

I just purchased the polaroid land camera color pack 82 with corroded batteries 😭 and i tried to clean the area up as much as possible and put new batteries and saw that the lens would open up after i pressed the shutter button. do you think the camera will expose the film properly still?

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

If the lens is opening and closing, then yes. Bigger problem...finding film! - Mike

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

@austatarimaster Hello. Sadly, The Polaroid Square Shooter only shoots Type 80 film, which is no longer made. Pick yourself up a Polaroid Colorpack II. Available on e-bay or at our very own Film Photography Store!

[@Jelisawesome]

I've finally found which camera takes these awesome square photos in black and white! My mom has photos like that in her photo album. The film isn't available anymore?

[@michaelraso]

Hi. The square Polaroid "peel apart" format is long gone. Was a wonderful format.

[@twirlou]

Hi! I've found my uncles old polaroid colorpack 88. I have looked for films at ebay but they're all "expired" are they still usable? Or what film should I use?

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Hi, The Polorpack 88 only uses Type 80 "square" film which is no longer made. Some expired films are good but if its older than 6 years, it might be dried up. Consider getting a Colorpack II camera which uses fresh, Fuji FP-100c film.

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Is your shutter working properly? (see Polaroid Shutter Test video we offer) Are you shooting outdoors? Shoot in sunlight for your first test shots. Are you holding your finger down on the shutter til the shutter opens and fully closes (especially important in shooting in dim light!)

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Hi, Yes, the Colorpack, Colorpack II, Colorpack III and the Colorpack IV all use Fujifilm FP-100c or FP-3000b. Older type 100 film will also work just fine! Google Film Photography Project.

[@jeannelecomte7448]

Hi! Your video was so interesting but fudjifilm doesnt exist now and i dont know What use instead of that...

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Option in February 2021 - supersense.com/oneinstant/

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

When you take your pictures with a Colorpack Camera you must hold steady and keep your finger on the button til the shutter opens and closes. If indoors, you will need a flash cube for good pictures.

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Hello, The ColorPack 80 uses Polaroid Type 80 Square Film. This film is no longer being made. I Suggest you get a Colorpack, Colorpack II, Colorpack III or a Colorpack IV. They use Fujifilm FP-100c or FP-3000b - both available.

[@buggiala]

Hi, is the color pack better at taking pictures compared to the EE100 Special /ProPack/ Reporter? I ask because I like the fact that is uses 2AA batteries. Thanks

[@rinette8]

Thank you for your video, I just bought the Colorpack 82 and your video helps me a lot. I'll get some film and see if I can make it work!

[@ariesthegay1266]

What size does it take???

[@prettypurplebelle]

Would you use the same film for a colorpack III as you would a colorpack II? Would i need the flash cubes?

[@depressionandprozac]

I wanted to ask....I got a Super Colour Swinger III,which is a type 100 camera.I do not have a film yet,but how will I know if the camera functions properly?My camera has never been used so I have no issues with the battery place,it's totally clean.but does any specific sound occur when I place the batteries so that I know if it actually works or will I be able to know once I place the film?

[@jajabinxi365]

i have the colour swinger polaroid land camera and it has the bronze front plate and i've tried to use the FP-100C film and it doesn't fit do you know what film i could use and where to find it?

[@senorverde09]

Pretty much. Although the flashcubes are nice, they're pretty much for indoor use. However, these cameras have an 'electric eye' which measures the amount of light needed for proper exposure and keeps the shutter open as needed, meaning that you have to keep rock steady during these long exposures or your image will be blurred. My guess for night shooting: use flashcubes on close subjects, keep the lighten knob all the way up, brace yourself on a table to keep steady and use 3000 speed film-B&W.

[@kglinnen]

My friend just gave me one of these the other day. He also has one. The one he gave me has some issues. The shutter will not expose the film. The battery contacts and the interior are in perfect condition; clean and no corrosion. Still even with new batteries, the shutter won't open. I compared to his and his is working fine. Is there anything else that it could be other than it's just broken?

[@ecuamario]

When the sound comes out, it sort of "locks" for a second but then the cube is not in a symmetric position (as it should). I already tried different cubes... did I mess up my camera? what was the right way to take the flashcube out?

[@bikebeerrun1960]

Me and my siblings got one of these as A hand-me down in 1974 when our dad got an SX-70. I think the instructions taught to hold the camera from the "T" strap when you pull out the picture to help to even spread of the chemicals. In the early 1980's owned 100,250 and 440 automatic models. Just got A "600" at goodwill (3 dollars) and on the "bay" A mint automatic 450 at A good price. Am looking forward to trying these newer instant films !

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

@buggiala The EE100 Special / Pro Pack / Reporter all take a similar image compared to the Polaroid Colorpack II camera. All use AA batteries.

[@MrCadrix]

Thanks @senorverde09! So i suppose if i dont have the flash cubes i can only take outdoor images during the day?? and i cant take images during the night... am i right?

[@furmathhell]

I recently acquired Polaroid Colorpack II. I was so excited to test it with Fuji 100C and was so disappointed to pull out a blank film... I already made sure that i turned it to 75 setting... any idea why?

[@HennerzMcElderry94]

Hiya, Im having some trouble using my flashcubes; if i remove it from the camera and then replace it later, how can i ensure the next photo taken will have a flash. I ask because i've done it before and taken a shot, and the flash hasn't gone off. Btw there are two remaining flashes left.

[@amineroya3018]

I have Polaroid instant 10 didn't used it since 70s I don't know if I will find it's film here in Algeria or No.. Please help me 😭😢

[@kleanthizografou133]

Hi, will be different If I use fujifilm fp-100c SILK professional instead of fp-100c professional? thanks

[@chicago102568]

I have this camera I just got but it does not have rollers it has the insert thing is that normal ? The latch says open pull on the metal latch is it to be like that?

[@drprfssrprft4511]

If the camera is a ColourPack 80, will the film you highlighted in the video fit it ?

[@scarlettcooper6010]

Hi, I recently inherited a colorpack from my great grandpa and it’s in amazing condition. I bought the film (Fuji 3000) VERY EXPENSIVE. I was wondering if you know how long the film works after expiration. The one I got expired in 2011. I really would like to use the camera since it’s nostalgic and my great grandpa used it.

[@michaelraso]

Expired 2011 should be fine. Film has since been discontinued. Remaining stock is very expensive. :(

[@scarlettcooper6010]

Michael Raso oh I know!! I got a pack of Fuji 3000 off of a resale app and it almost cost an arm and a leg. I just hope it actually works. Would be a total bummer if not :(((

[@scarlettcooper6010]

I emailed Polaroid and asked if they could consider making film for the older cameras, but all I got in response was basically to buy one of the newer ones. 🙄

[@scarlettcooper6010]

Michael Raso update! It worked!!! It’s so cool!!

[@amineroya3018]

@@scarlettcooper6010 😭😢 I have an old Polaroid too

[@nije81]

Nice video! Found one of these cameras on my parents' attic and really want to see if it works! I was looking for the fp100 and fp3000-film rolls but they seemed to be out of stock everywhere. Any tips on where to get this film or any other type that could fit? Thanks!

[@misfitschic90]

I have a color pack 82 land camera Polaroid.. would this use the same fuji film!?

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Yes! It sure does. Enjoy shooting!

[@jcorral2]

... i have a Colorpack IV which i will be trying out soon ... so my question is my camera has Spreaders v Rollers ... so what does that mean, whats the difference, anything i need to be aware of ? ... thanks

[@ecuamario]

please HELP! I recently got a Polaroid Colorpack II and I put a flashcube for the 1st time, took 2 pics, then I didn't know how to pull the cube out, So I turned it the opposite way to see if this would let me take it out.. I ended up pulling it out.. was this the right way to do it? now everytime I put a cube (new) and try to turn it (as instructed) it doesnt stop in a fix position as before. It also makes a clicking sound for every turn.

[@jazzper_nl]

Michael, how do you get that color grading in your video? Almost 60s/70s! Very cool effect. Do you use more tricks like audio effects?

[@furmathhell]

ok so I tried to adjust the exposure, some kinda shape came up in my film. but it's very dark...i have already tried three different exposure settings: - all the way to lighten: blank - 2 marks to darken: too dark, but you can see the shape roughly - normal: still dark, can see the shape, not any better than '2 marks to darken' the film pack is so expensive...i'm new to this. please help! thanks in advance!

[@flawless872003]

Is there anyway to convert a Polaroid colorpack 82 to take type 100 film?

[@scarlettcooper6010]

Hi! Do you know how to use the timer on the side of the camera?

[@oGxMafia]

does the fuji packfilm work with a polaroid 320 land camera?

[@kasper226967]

thank u and what the battery for ? metering ?

[@KrausPhade]

Question: The Colorpack III has a red horizontal line... how do you frame the photo with that?

[@matthewmorelli5808]

I used my Colorpack II the other day and my shot looked great in the view finder, but my subject was not center. Any suggestions?

[@Flyleafroxxsmysoxxs]

Oh, one more question, some of the packs of film have some (what looks to be) rust, its like rust sand, does that mean the film is no good? The film doesn't have a battery inside of it obviously so where is this "rust" coming from? I can't find anything about it on the internet.

[@missys21]

Hi same the film does not fit in can you please suggest what film - I have a Polartid Colourpack 80 Land Camera

[@michaelraso]

Sadly the ColorPack 80 only takes Polaroid (Square) Type 80 film. No longer made by any company. :( Get a Colorpack II or Super ColorPack Camera)

[@LepetitmondedePauline]

Or You can do this : lafillerenne.fr/blog/index.php?post/2014/02/02/Polaroid I have a EE33 which do not match with color pack 100 normally but this article help me ( the answer is at the end of the article ) and I can use FP100C now ;) ( SORRY IF THEY ARE MISTAKES BUT I'M FRENCH )

[@MrCadrix]

even during the day when im shooting with FP100C films i have to keep steady?? that means literally EVERY shot that i take i have to keep my hands steady?? But Michael Raso has a video where he shakes his camera in low light condition hence creating a pattern with the torchlight. so i suppose u can only do that with a flash?

[@masterawesomeish]

Does it have enough "power?" to expose an image without flashcubes? thinking of buying a folder (With the lowest price possible of course)

[@jblackwoood]

what would be an appropriate price for a Polaroid camera?

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

On You Tube search "Polaroid Shutter Test" that's our video on testing the shutter! Good luck and happy shooting!

[@therestorationofdrwho1865]

Are those pack films still made today?

[@michaelraso]

Discontinued. Only remaining stock - filmphotographystore.com/collections/instant-film/products/polaroid-type-100-pack-film-fp-100c-1-pack

[@bblouie]

Do I need to use a flash cube in order to take an exposure? I tried using my Colorpack camera indoors and the pictures are completely black. The battery contacts seemed fine and I installed them completely new.

[@michaelraso]

Indoors without a flash cube will result in a dark or blurry shot. Most Color Packs tahe the Blue Dot Flash Cube ( filmphotographyproject.com/store/blue-dot-flash-cubes )...newer models (like the Colorpack IV tahe the Hi=Power Flash Cubes - filmphotographyproject.com/store/hi-power-flash-cubes ) The camera will work GREAT outdoors without flash.

[@jakemckeown7341]

Brian Louie hi Brian. Did you end up sorting your problem with the black exposures? I also took photos indoors and they turned out completely black. Did it work when you took photos outside in the daylight?

[@bblouie]

Jake Mckeown It turns out I goofed up and put in the batteries upside down. Everything seemed to work just fine after adjusting! Thanks for following up! I did have a question about drying the negative and the exposure. After I peel apart the film there seems to be a sticky residue on the negative and around its edges. This stuck to one of my exposures and left a sticky emulsion layer that I can't seem to remove. Any tips on drying/handling the film after the exposure to prevent this?

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Not familiar with the Colorpack III. Google search the III and you'll find resources on-line that explain this feature.

[@neeks.mp3]

Is it because of the type of film that you didn't use the slides on the back of the camera? Cause the box says you need to heat up the color slides and put your negative in that for 60 seconds and then peel.

[@GhostKamikazee]

Nica Austria That is usually if the temperature is below 65 degrees Fahrenheit. The slides have instructions on the back it that says this

[@yv25515]

Hi, I have the same problem. ISO set to 75, lighten, outside,with FP-100c pics come out all black. I put new batteries when I got it. When I use FP-3200, set to 3000, images come out great. Cant figure out. Film is not expired. This is keeping me up at night! lol

[@danillo1993]

I've here a colorpack 80, I tried to put the film but no success, should I buy a another camera or have a option to it?

[@mrclean225225]

i hope you got it, just bought a crap load of these old cameras and their fun to use.

[@eventillustratoruk]

Hi, I recently got a colorpack iii on ebay and just tried it out with some film and it didnt work at all so hoped you could advise? :( I pulled the tab to get the first film out after I'd taken the photo, waited the suggested amount of seconds, pulled it apart, and it was just all brown and all black on the negative side, it looked quite thick and smudgy too :(

[@eisenhutt]

Colorpack 80 can also use this film?

[@KevinKoepke]

I got a colorpack 2; it was a little corroded...just cleaned it up nice, gives me outstanding pictures with fuji color packfilm

[@frankm330]

it's for the exposure control, without battery the shutter wil not open and your photos wont be exposed

[@mckinnontompkins8445]

You two always come through, thanks guys!

[@nige1rumsey]

Great video, the various types of Polaroid film have always seemed a bit confusing, that really helps. Thanks Nigel

[@kasper226967]

Can it work without battery ? thank u

[@MrCadrix]

what is the flash tubes for?

[@Gonzalez2500]

Great video,bought a Square Shooter 2 today and found this video super informational.

[@spirg]

I had one… 70s, Great video 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Flyleafroxxsmysoxxs]

would polaroid 3000 film and polaroid polacolor669 work in that camera you're using?

[@Echobase71]

I have one of these and I want to buy film for it. The battery compartment is flawless, but when I put 2 AAs in it I didn't hear or see any difference. Is there a way to tell if the camera is getting power? (a light somewhere maybe?)

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Echobase71 Yes, use The Shutter Test - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXenZGtofr2paaM

[@cor_rok]

I'm having a problem with my flash bulbs not firing, but the camera is still working i.e., batteries haven't corroded the inside. Any way to go about problem solving this?

[@michaelraso]

The flash frequently breaks! Pick up another or use outdoors exclusively.

[@80884ngan]

Hi Michael, love your vids. Got myself a 250 awhile back and totally fell in love with it. recently, I found a Super Shooter Plus. My question is: without batteries when you click the shutter, would you still be able to see it opens up? Because my shutter would not open at all with or without batteries. And I am trying to determine if this is an electrical issue or a mechanical problem. Any inputs would be great as I am so eager to shoot with this camera! >< Tks in advance.

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

Has one when I was a teenager. Thought it was the best thing since sliced bread back then😂

[@brownier2448]

Solo does the color pack 80 use the same film

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

Sadly, no. The Colorpack 80 only takes Type 80 (square) Polaroid film - no longer available as of 2013.

[@buggiala]

Can you explain to us novices what is the darken/lighten switch for and how to use it on a colorpack II? What is the equivalent of the darken/lighten switch on a digital or manual camera? maybe you could do another video with the answer?

[@senorverde09]

You mean flash CUBES? They're your only source of illumination when taking shots inside. You load one up, twist it until it locks, and every time you take a picture the cube rotates 90 degrees for your next shot. So as you can infer, you only get four flashes out of one cube and they're one time use only. This was a big improvement over the earlier flashbulbs that were only single bulbs and had to be changed manually every shot!

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

For the Colorpack camera you'll need Blue Dot Flash Cubes. Yup, avail at the FPP Store.

[@chicago102568]

How do I remove the flash cube the correct way from my Polaroid camera?

[@tshania_wingu]

Helligkeit. I actually buy a colorpack 80 and some Fuji fp100c Films i use for my Land310. But they Do not fit to the camera. Is it a other filmsystem, or have i to modify my camera? Thx a lot!

[@tshania_wingu]

Sorry. I mean Hello, not Helligkeit. Thats the german autocerekt in my Smartphone

[@phedora312]

This was really insightful. I found a color pack at my school an I plan on acquiring it.

[@ihbudbo]

can I use the same film in my colorpack 80 land camera

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

No film for the CP80 - Get a Polaroid Colorpack II. Same typw camera - takes available FP-100c (color) and FP-3000b (BW) All available at The Film Photography Store on-line.

[@HusainAlfraid]

Polaroid Square Shooter 200 what type of film does it take?

[@ianbakke]

takes a film called type 80 and it is not made anymore the fujifilm will not work

[@cmcqueen71]

Mine didn't work I had the batteries I had the film in the camera correctly I had the flash cubes I don't know what I did wrong

[@willharbison7017]

So does one flash cube yield one flash? Anyone know where to get em cheap?

[@michaelraso]

4 flashes per cube (they rotate!) - e-bay is the place.

[@chicago102568]

Thank u for replying I cleaned the battery contacts with vinegar & it works now great! 👍🏽📸📸

[@FilmPhotographyProject]

10 pictures per pack. As posted in the video - Use Fujifilm FP-100c or Fujifilm FP-3000b. enjoy!

[@COWScankill2]

5:45 dafuq? haha great video! ;)

[@TheLardzard]

Best part XD

[@bjornkeizers]

Great walkthrough of this classic - and classy - camera. I just received one in the mail, complete with case and a Blue Dot cube. Still works great, despite the age (I'm guessing it's a '72 judging by what I imagine is the serial number). I actually owned one as a kid, in the early 90's. Even then 't was a classic :D I also have a Land 1000, but Impossible is just too expensive per shot compared Fuji's stuff. And it looks worse, so I bought the Colorpack for my instant fix.

[@amandaba8160]

Such a great video, it’s helped me so much w my colorpack!

[@metaldevil1996]

my pictures are blured ._. ! how can i make good pictures ???