Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Sonar OneStep with strap!
The SX-70 is a folding single-lens reflex Land Camera first produced by the Polaroid Corporation in 1972. It was the first instant SLR in history, and the first camera to use Polaroid's new integral print film, which developed automatically without the need for intervention from the photographer. This was revolutionary at the time, and a precursor to today's 600 and Spectra films.
The SX-70 has a folding body design, a 4-element 116mm f/8 glass lens, and an automatic exposure system. The camera allows manual focus as close as 26.4cm (10.4"), and has a shutter speed range from 1/175s to more than 10 seconds. A variety of models was offered, though all share the same basic design.
The later Sonar OneStep (introduced in 1978 and SLR 680 models were equipped with a sonar autofocus system. This sonar autofocus system greatly helped the user's ability to focus the camera, especially in dark environments, and could be turned off if manual focus was needed. The Sonar OneStep models were the first autofocus SLRs available to consumers. The later SLR 680/690 models updated the basic design of the Sonar OneStep to more modern standards by incorporating support for newer 600 film cartridges instead of SX-70 cartridges, and a built-in flash instead of the disposable "Flash Bar". Today they are the most evolved forms of the SX-70 and are highly sought after by Polaroid enthusiasts.
~Perfect for a beginner through to professionals!
Overall condition - Great condition 8.5/10
~Example photos can be found here
~Camera manual can be found here
Film is available for purchase from stores across NZ along with on Amazon.
This camera has been cleaned, mechanically tested and is in full working condition. Light seals are replaced when necessary.
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