Polaroid OneStep + Review

[@lutfur.r]

The cher joke at the end was just *chefs kiss*

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I've been doing that for like at least a year and a half and you're one of the first people to say that hahah thanks so much for noticing

[@SweetLouPhotography]

HEY! We just live streamed the giveaway, and YOU'RE THE WINNER!! Congrats. Please send me a DM on Instagram so I can figure out how to send this to you!!

[@lutfur.r]

Sweet Lou Photography oh my gosh!

[@tylerpatterson3328]

I really appreciate that there's photography channel that has a more laid back narrator that isn't shoving their face in a web cam and using great editing that's also really educational. I'm super new to Polaroid photography and photography in general so I appreciate your channel.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

And I appreciate you :) Best of luck with your Polaroid adventures

[@luiscarlospablo6010]

It's yust shocking how much work is in this video, I wish it could reach to much more people because it's a perfect review

[@ashleysdayoff]

I agree 100%. I used to purchase my film from target, Best Buy or wherever I could find it. Had a couple of packs that legit were crap. I ended up calling Polaroid and asking what is up with their product and their film is $15 a box and I got a box that didn’t develop at all. From that point on I started ordering straight from Polaroid and I have not had a single problem since.

[@FranklinDXV]

I have always got stuff from Polaroid. Never had any issues with the film, except when i had left it unused for some months and they did not come out well. I also feel that the new film is definitely better than the once they were producing back in 2018/19

[@t0218313c]

i thoroughly enjoyed this video!!! its so rich in review, delivered with humour, what more can i ask! Regarding buying film from Target or Walmart, here in Singapore, our stores keep them pretty well and they do recommend us to use it as soon as your purchase the film packet. thank u for this video, i liked it a lot!!! keep it up,,, your wallet must have hurt spending all that money on the film test!!! bUT u have done the Polaroid Community a great favour :)

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much!! Really means a lot. And yeah, over here in NY if you buy film from Target or where ever, they don't care about when you use it hahaha

[@luiscarlospablo6010]

It's yust shocking how much work is in this video, I wish it could reach to much more people because it's a perfect review Greetings from a Spanish fan btw

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much!! Appreciate you immensely.

[@theoldcameraguy]

SUPER thorough review! No wonder it took a year (and a couple hundred bucks). Really digging the BW shots, especially that guitar around 3:04

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks man!! It mainly took me a year because I'm lazy piece of garbage though

[@theoldcameraguy]

Sweet Lou Photography Well, yeah, there’s that too...

[@martyna919]

Wow I didn't realize the scratches were from dirty rollers, that explains a lot. I kinda like them on my photos tho

[@SweetLouPhotography]

It's definitely an aesthetic. But they definitely become a pain in the ass if they take up 1/3 of the frame haha

[@BeyondReality2]

Always excited to see gear reviews! Very glad to see Bluetooth capabilities on the camera. Hoping to see way more support for instant film c:

[@globaldragonfly85]

Your reviews are brilliant, such a great change from meaningless unboxing videos. Have been looking for a polaroid camera for my partner who is new to photography and honestly your videos have given the most reliable information and I've been shooting impossible project film since it launched.

[@heathbalodis896]

Maaaan, your videos are absolutely amazing; hilarious, well edited, thought-out and still very informative. It seems like everyone else is commenting the same thing but... you honestly deserve more views/subs.

[@iandickerman365]

I find it so funny how much the tables have turned since the OG days of instant photography. My little Fuji Instax has never failed me! But, the much larger photo size of the poloroids are certainly intriguing

[@SweetLouPhotography]

You can always try out the larger format Fuji Instax, like wide or square!!

[@chasekarlsen3413]

I love the intros of your videos, genuinely refreshing

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks so much!!

[@z00r92]

Really helpful - I currently use a vintage one and think your reviews of the one step2 and + showed me that there are arguments for using the newer ones! And they are really entertaining

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks!! I love my vintage 600 too. The newer features are cool. Just wish the film was more reliable!!

[@DogeCharger]

Man, am I glad to have discovered this channel

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I'm glad you did too :)

[@dimitaryovkov9426]

real chill vibes with your vids

[@RunNGunPhoto]

Whaaattt?! A Giveaway? Sick broski! I gotta say, the shots that developed are fantastic! I think I'm going to have to switch to black & white from now on to make photos.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks dude!! yeah the B&W is so dope

[@melody3741]

Also, the shutter button thing is really cool because a really annoying piece of the Fujifilm cameras is that they automatically eject the film when you turn the camera off. I tried that to get double exposures and it didn't work because they felt their being intelligent

[@trangle-ji1vz]

U r SO FREAKIN UNDERATED, u make fantastic reviews that I always find so helpful, u also put a lot of work in to these videos, they are incredible keep it up!

[@evilev4]

Thanks for the detailed review, especially the film comparison. The AOC picture was another highlight, haha!

[@Alfie-LCSK]

Glad you resolved the bluetooth issue! I'm on the Galaxy S8 and no Issues yet. But scanning them in app is a pig to do.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Yeah thanks! Hopefully they put out an update or something for android-- I still haven't gotten my S9+ to work (Apple seems fine)

[@argentinaconderodriguez2363]

you won my like with only the song of a non sponsored video 😂 i loved the video 💛

[@siebe7013]

Just bought the OneStep+ and im so excited to get it. I hope i can make some great photos

[@anouckjaspers4774]

Very interesting to see how your experience with the camera is. I only heard positive things so far and I am getting it for my birthday actually! I am very glad I found out about your channel a while ago! You give the best and most honest reviews imo. Keep it up!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Best of luck with it and happy early birthday :) Glad you dig what I'm doing, thank you so much for watching

[@andywillis9701]

may be too late to say, but hold the BT button for like 5 to 10 secs and it should reset, meaning it will erase your paired devices, meaning your android should connect right away. just don t forget to unpair on your phone too :)

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I actually ended up getting it to work, I actually think I needed an Android OS update lol-- After the update, it was fine. Thanks for the advice about the BT button though!

[@Litstylesnyc]

@@SweetLouPhotography Which update did you have then and have now? Also, do you still get connection problems with the bluetooth?

[@MatheusLeemet]

I dont even know how i stumbled on this video, but i have to say i became an instant fan. Great videos

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much, glad you found me :)

[@Byrdii]

I’ve never actually tried the black and white films but I’ll give it a try because of your review. Totally agree that I love that it has a viewfinder tube.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Sweet, good luck with it!

[@cristinagallardo9001]

Thanks for the great tips! I was recently gifted this camera and with this video I have better knowledge of do's and dont's. Also super gnarly videos!

[@paualdrete]

I really needed a review from this! And it's so honest ! Thank you!!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks for watching!! Appreciate ya, and glad you found it valuable :)

[@bastiaan.alexander]

My experiences with new Polaroid film are good so far. I do store the film in the fridge. One hour before use I take the film out.

[@anirudh_cr]

Mad respect for the super detailed review! Amazing and thank you 🙌🏻

[@Edward-Not-Elric]

These reviews are super helpful and entertaining. Great job.

[@johngskewes]

Hey - Lou thanks for the review. I'm trying. I'm trying - inconsistent are a drag...Now I'm trying my own manual metering and we'll see how that goes.

[@KC2Lucky]

the way you loaded the film into that Polaroid looked like some bad ass reload animation from a video game or something. damn. Time stamp 0:55 Edit: Super Bock is giving me Portuguese flashbacks

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Bock is my fav!! And hahah glad you dig the reload animation!!

[@Jonnyboh]

I am looking for a camera that gives the retro and warmth vibe. Do you have any tips which camera is the best?

[@Diamondsnpearls8871]

Hey! I was scrolling through videos about Polaroids in need of finding a buyer for my camera that’s on sale on Poshmark it’s the same exact Polaroid One Step+ that’s shown in this video! I’m selling for $58 dollars I can even lover it to 50, if your interested!! I’ll give more info!! And no it’s not a scam 😭 I just need a buyer🙏

[@Jonnyboh]

Hey @@Diamondsnpearls8871! I've already bought one, but I am still interested in those cameras. From which country are you from (for shipping)?

[@space_fella8206]

Just got into polaroids, your vids are so helpful

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks! Glad you dig what I'm doing here

[@weezerfan8392]

Great video, I loved it! Would be cool to get a one step 2

[@Immortalblood9]

I still use my Mickey Mouse 90th anniversary Polaroid 600 camera sadly I wish they make the cool theme films still but love the video!

[@LoadedFries88]

Came here for tips for how to use my Polaroid supercolor 600 and stayed for the great sense of humor and cool content!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks much, glad you dig it

[@lesincompetent5]

I subscribed after I watched your video about the film scanner with the surprise pictures. Also, your commentary are always entertaining.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Glad that vid is still making the rounds hahahha. Welcome welcome!!

[@Leegheid]

I got this for my birthday and this video helped me a lot as a new user, so thank you for that! 😄

[@amyalmeda2665]

I enjoy watching these gear reviews. Especially instant cameras cause I’m a HUGE fan! So thanks for that ✨

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Glad you like them!

[@kevbail5919]

At first , I loved the old school filter that they use for the film. But now I wish they'd ditch the filter and have a film pack with a more natural look like the Instax Wide 300

[@motodiaries8204]

I’ve had a similar experience with sourcing film from Amazon. The film was nearly expired when I got it. The developer pods will dry out and you’ll get those vertical stripes and poor development. I use only the monochrome film as I didn’t love the color of their color film.

[@theoriginalbabycub]

Impossible project rebranded to...Polaroid so that are the same company Polaroid. They improved their film technology over their Impossible branded film.

[@maisa9351]

That’s a really honest and complete review, sir. Thank you! Just subscribed! :)

[@TheBEngel888]

I absolutely love your review dude

[@bluespinewood6304]

Hey pal just wanna to say I am a proud owner of a one step 2 now and your tips really helped me soo Thank you

[@SweetLouPhotography]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@ryanlewis8439]

From one Lou to another, keep up the good work! Appreciate the reviews and content!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks much, always great to see fellow Lous

[@ikhtiarrashid]

hey what did you use to scan your images? they look amazing

[@robertarakauskaite1581]

Really helpful and informing videos, keep watching them because it's really entertaining 😂👌

[@anthonygibbs614]

Hello 👋 I love ❤ your show you have really good insight about Polaroid, I will be getting a Polaroid now + that a good one to get I'm highly addicted to KZbin how do you connect to Bluetooth, So this camera is for me Now the camera that you give it away is cool I want to start Instant photography collection

[@tresto9514]

Oh I remember asking for you to review it a year or so ago and you did it! I never doubted you would tho, but it’s nice to hear and see your thoughts. My OneStep+ broke a year ago and my OneStep2 broke a year and a half back, got a refund on both of them. Weirdly, I miss the OneStep2. Would be great to have yours! :D

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Yeah sorry it took forever lol. Best of luck!! Sorry to hear yours broke

[@tresto9514]

Nah, it's okay. It was worth the wait.

[@kanelikes19]

Love your reviews! Owning a polaroid would be cool 🙋‍♀️

[@laika3660]

Could you do a video on tips on how to take pictures with instant film? There's only really super basics available online, so it would be cool to hear something a bit more in detail!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Cool Jesus!! I actually made a vid about better Polaroids (kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYKooXqbnMyaY9U) The only thing I would add is based on my current experience with the 2020 formula (it seems like we are on a new, more stable chemistry) you should order from Polaroid, as I've had the best results going straight through them. I also think you should try to shoot the film as soon as possible- I think the longer it sits in your fridge, the more likely it will be to not develop properly. Or, did you mean composition stuff? Like not the performance of the film but rather creative ideas for the film itself?

[@laika3660]

@@SweetLouPhotography I watched that video, it was very informative! But yes, a bit more about the creative uses of the film. Maybe how to take great double exposures, what you could do with long exposures, or just even how to take better overall photos when shooting with an instant camera vs a digital.

[@peter57410]

You really gave this camera more chances than humanely possible! I would have gotten frustrated and called it quits so much earlier LOL I love that you did though, and it just leads to a way more in-depth review than others! Keep up the good work you sweet sweet Lou

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I definitely did get frustrated- typically that's how it goes for me. I get frustrated, put it down and come back to it. That's why this vid too forever hahahha. Glad you dig it!! Thanks so much for watching

[@melody3741]

You need to understand that impossible / Polaroid film has been on a straight uphill Journey since it was first released. Every single pack you buy will be better than the last. Also, when you buy from the store, not only are the earlier versions, but they could be sitting there for who-knows-how-long. Always always always check the date. When you bought it does not matter only the use-by/born on date

[@sav8890]

This video was super helpful and entertaining. Thanks man.

[@vantablackentmt2391]

7:44 nice hoodie I have their patch on my vest ,great band

[@SweetLouPhotography]

YO I LOVE BOO!!

[@vantablackentmt2391]

@@SweetLouPhotography recreate is the best track in my opinion

[@sren934]

Do you have any experience with the Polaroid now? I’m deciding between the now and the one step+

[@SweetLouPhotography]

yep, I'm testing the Now right... now. lol. Long story short, the Now is completely a point and shoot. No customization, no bluetooth, not even a +/- exposure slider. So if you want a complete hands off point and shoot experience, go for that. If you want the more manual experience, go for the One Step +. Now review coming soon (tm) Hope that helps

[@lanewoodall7377]

I love your vids man. Always making great content!!!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Appreciate you immensely, thanks so much for watching

[@hunternewbold3338]

Heyyyy, I’d love a one step 2!

[@SadSpaceDuck]

Winner winner chicken dinner! Finlay got the video I asked for, THANKS!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Sorry it took like 1000 years lol

[@hannahalford5703]

Thank you so much for all these reviews.

[@randomname9709]

Hi you’re entertaining as hell and have good content. Thank you for your review.

[@benandrews9023]

wow great video, crazy it took you a year to make it but it was worth the wait

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much. Glad you think so!!

[@zodouglas1]

Cool vid, hahaha. I dig the Fuji instax. Looking forward to checking out the Polaroid.

[@kngyn_]

I don’t have a Polaroid camera yet, but I appreciate your advice on buying film directly from Polaroid, for future purposes! 🤯

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Good luck if you get your hands on one!

[@ManuelGuzmanPhotography]

I hate how we have to qualify any criticism we give Polaroid film. I've had VERY much the same issues you've had and more. I'm still curious how long it took for your film to develop - they're advertising 15 minutes atm, but when I shot it last year it was closer to 30. That alone holds up any portrait session - since you can't check your exposure or see what to expect in future shots. I LOVE this camera for long exposures, though.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Ah crap. I completely forgot to mention that in the vid. Thanks for bringing this up!! In my experience, photos can take 20 to 30 minutes to fully develop. It varies based on temperature I believe.

[@blondiebudz9041]

Nice video! Thanks for the information.

[@juniormirandagr86]

You need more people watching your videos tbh

[@liamthresher2183]

Hey Hey, glad to see you're making so many video's :) Keen for next week's challenge

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Can't wait!! Next challenge vid will be going up Monday or Tuesday. Needed to do this one first because it's Polaroid week haha

[@cooolpotato]

Which do you prefer? Onestep+ or Fujifilm wide 300?

[@davidalves561]

love polaroid and i love your videos

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much!! Appreciate you

[@Mutantelamadrid]

Yep another great Review! Keep em coming good sir

[@imadba5023]

Bro i love your videos and the way you make it is so unique ❤️ .. i just have a question, can i buy it and from amazon , i mean without having any problems. And same for films . Thanks 😊

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thanks much, glad you dig what I'm doing here-- in my experience, the film seems to perform the best when you buy it from Polaroid, and use it fairly quickly (don't let it sit in the fridge for mad long, you know?) Regarding the camera, I picked up one from Target, and had no problems with it-- I don't think it necessarily matters where you get the camera itself from. But I do think it matters where you buy the film from.

[@imadba5023]

Sweet Lou Photography thanks 😊.. that was so helpful. You’re the BEST ❤️

[@melody3741]

Also the two bright out is a result of their strange setups with focus and aperture.

[@Marc6969]

Great Video! Whats the Song at 1:02?

[@lukesaurus8479]

So what do you think OneStep+ or Fuji Instax Wide 300 ?

[@carocallejas4000]

Hi, I love your reviews! I have an instax mini 9 but I want to buy another instant camera but I'm still not sure which one, what would you recommend based on your experience?

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I love the newer Polaroids, but their film tends to be unreliable in my experience. My favorite format, and most reliable has been the FujiFilm Instax Wide. I made a vid about that camera too actually!

[@carocallejas4000]

Sweet Lou Photography yess I saw the video thank you so much was very helpful 😌🥰

[@davidhumphlett3482]

Excited to purchases one!

[@kyleadjackson]

So if the film are perfect which camera is better out of OneStep + or Polaroid Now?

[@ghost5x547]

Saw this review and i don't know which one i should go with. If the step 2 or the step +, any opinions?

[@perrins57]

So its Impossible to get reliable shots from the Polaroid film? You can see why the company changed its name from Impossible Project! The variable results are more in keeping with Lomography's philosophy than Polaroid.

[@irbeej]

I have always been fashionably late. I have a OneStep Plus IN THE CART at Polaroid and then I watch this video. So now I'm all "Mmmmmaaaaaaayyybe?"

[@lemasch01]

Sorry, but I will write here what I truly think: I don't like the process the camera took from the very first i-Type camera until now because I don't see much except autofocus and a missing tripod adapter. I won't buy a new camera until they give me something mind blowing. Like a slr version or really insane good lenses or whatever. And you're right about the films. They're disappointing in that way though I like the colors more than the instax films colors.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Appreciate the honesty-- I'm with you. The experience is hit or miss. I hope they improve their film as time goes on.

[@lemasch01]

@@SweetLouPhotography Thank you for your kind words ❤️ usually people get very angry when I say this. 😅

[@VincentViewer]

I would love to see film from different places pitted against each other and ranked. Maybe straight from Polaroid all the way to Wish or Ebay 😁

[@SweetLouPhotography]

You mean like knock off brands?

[@VincentViewer]

@@SweetLouPhotography Yeah that would be dope. Hopefully not too pricey though.

[@matthewrudzinski323]

You should make a review video for the Polaroid Now

[@SweetLouPhotography]

it's on the shelf and on the agenda :)

[@S.A.A75-j7q]

Your videos are awesome 👏🏻

[@DanceKiddDance]

Glad I found your channel!

[@bLueiLusioN2013]

hey man do you think it s worth considering to buy a onestep 2 instead of a onestep+? I want to make it a present, and that person it isn t a photographer, not even an amateur to say it like that, just a regular person, but she would like this very much. I m asking that because the differences between diaphragms and focal length

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Hey there! I actually did a review of both cameras if you want to compare in detail. To me the big differences between the two, the One Step 2 is a more casual experience. It doesn't connect to the phone, it doesn't have the focus switch. So if you want more control for more experimentation, go for the One Step+ but if you want the more point and shoot for fun sort of experience, go for the One Step 2. Hope that helps!!

[@joshsocher3575]

love your channel!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Thank you so much!!

[@lucy-leigh6764]

Please help!!! I’ve just got this camera and it looks like it has a crack in the lense but ppl are telling me they think it’s the shutter??? Can anyone confirm? I’m in 2 minds whether to send it back as I cannot find out anywhere if it’s a crack or the shutter

[@RicardoJose-cw5ii]

I bought a two pack from bratpack. It was not stored properly and it was 1 month expired. They really need rethink who they choose to sell their products.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Yeah it's a tricky situation- not sure how to resolve it. What's bratpack?

[@RicardoJose-cw5ii]

@@SweetLouPhotography oh. It's basically the Philippine version of Urban outfitters.

[@vulgarpestilence]

I bought a Impossible I1 on eBay for 30€ and thought that I got a nice deal. The camera arrived and I noticed that the viewfinder was missing. Because I’m stupid and impatient I bought the only one in the entire internet. The thing was pretty cheap but it came from the USA and I had to pay 20€ import tax... Once it arrived I took it on a photography trip with a friend. The first film I put through was leaking and because of that my camera is now full of developer stains. All the pictures I took were fully black, accept one that I accidentally took at a gas station, because the on/off button didn’t work. The second film also turned out shit, everything was overexposed. I can’t even use the Bluetooth feature and I need to charge this piece of shit before every use because the battery is shit. Thought I am the only one with these problems but pretty mouth everyone has these. Anyway nice video.

[@SweetLouPhotography]

Appreciate you sharing the story- even at full charge, I still can't connect it to my android. I'm wondering if they put out a bad update or something, because someone else in the comments mentioned it worked on their S8, I'm on the S9+. Idk, super weird. Hope you have better polaroid luck in the future!

[@actionfigs101]

2 photos in I am in love with this camera. So fun experimenting

[@MiguelAntoniomusic]

Hows the film from like B&H or Adorama? I had some luck with Spectra film, so im curious because Polaroid dont sell that stuff. GIVEAWAY FTW!!!

[@SweetLouPhotography]

I've bought film straight from B&H and used it same day and it was fine. They keep it in a fridge there. But in terms of ordering, haven't had experience with that

[@joepgottemaker1890]

I can tell what went wrong right away: you need to heat the film during development. And i mean: HEAT IT. Putting it in your jeans pocket is not enough, under your armpit is the best place

[@ThanosTTheodoropoulos]

Great review !