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Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera
Brand | Polaroid |
Film Format Type | Instant |
Item Weight | 0.5 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9 x 5.3 x 5.2 inches |
Included Components | Camera Kit |
Model Name | Impossible I-1 Camera |
Compatible Devices | camera |
Exposure Control Type | Manual |
About this item
- The first new camera system in over 20 years for the original Polaroid photo format
- Features an advanced ring flash, designed for taking great portraits
- Use the optional I-1 App to connect your camera to your phone and experiment with creative tools and techniques
- Take full photographic control of your analog exposures with the I-1 App’s Manual Mode
- Works with Impossible I-type and 600 type instant film
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Picture quality | 3.2 | 4.0 | — | 3.0 | 4.4 | 3.6 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 4.1 | — | 3.3 | — | 3.5 |
Easy to use | — | 4.4 | — | 3.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Giftable | — | 4.0 | — | 3.1 | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | 6ave | Amazon.com | The Tudak Store | Amazon.com |
model name | Impossible I-1 Camera | FBAFJMINI40 | 16745183 | Now+ Everything Box | Instax Mini 40 | Instax Square SQ1 |
film format type | Instant | Instax Mini | Instant | Instant | Instant | Instant |
film color type | — | color | Colored | Color | Colored | Colored |
exposure control type | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic, Manual | Automatic | — |
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Product Description
The Impossible Project I-1 Analog Instant Camera is an easy-to-use point and shoot instant camera, with a variety of unique and innovative features designed to take your photography further. Works with both Impossible I-Type and 600 type film. The I-1's uniquely designed ring flash provides a diffused light that's perfect for portraits. You can also connect your iPhone to the camera via Bluetooth to experiment with creative tools like light painting, double exposure and more. This is the only instant camera that lets you take full photographic control of aperture and shutter speed, using the I-1 App's manual mode. Also features 5-zone autofocus system, 500mAh li-ion battery, fold-away viewfinder, plus more.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 9 x 5.3 x 5.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
ASIN | B01FMXMYHQ |
Item model number | 009001 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #338,163 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2,240 in Instant Film Cameras |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 28, 2016 |
Manufacturer | Impossible Project |
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Customers like the value and appearance of the camera. For example, they mention it looks cool, has a good design, and produces great color photos. That said, some complain about the image quality. They say the photos are under-exposed and dark. Opinions are mixed on quality and performance.
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Customers like the value of the camera. They mention it's a great value for money, and a fun bargain buy.
"...But the upshot is: The Impossible I-1 is absolutely the best instant camera for the money, hands down. Get one while you can...." Read more
"...a big Amazon sale, so for me, it's absolutely great value and a true fun bargain buy! Personally, I wouldn't pay the retail price though...." Read more
"Great deal and camera" Read more
"...It's an overly glorified 1970's camera that is WAY over-priced. The App does't sync with the camera...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camera. They say it looks cool, has a good design, and is easy to use. Some customers also say that the quality is exceptional and the pictures from the MiNT SLR670 compare very well. Overall, most are happy with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...$45 and you get the vintage camera aesthetic with advanced functions that you can use with a paired smartphone that work flawless for me...." Read more
"...It looks cool but just doesn't work...." Read more
"...manual controls, the picture quality is exceptional and compares very well with the pictures from the MiNT SLR670, or to any other rehabbed sx-70...." Read more
"...The open box experience was cool. The product design is well executed and tidy. The App worked great too, to my surprise...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the camera. Some mention that it's wonderful, better than expected, and a nice overall camera. However, others say that it has terrible quality, a weak body, and difficult connect app.
"...It's kind of nice to says autofocus but it's very unsatisfying, when I push the button to autofocus I don't hear it focusing like my sun 660 and..." Read more
"...Very quick response from the team. The camear is great!Doesn't charge...." Read more
"The worst. it broke in no time and took the worst photos...." Read more
"...It's fun to use and gets strange looks from others for sure. I haven't had any issues with it except for one thing: battery life. It's horrible...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the camera. Some mention that it works beautifully, while others say that it just doesn't work. They say that the functions of the app are wonderful, and the control you can achieve via the app is very nice. However, some customers say that after 8+ hours of charging the camera still doesn' t turn on.
"...I had no issues with the magnet viewfinder - worked as intended - flipped up at a push of the flap and collapsed down with a couple of folds...." Read more
"...It looks cool but just doesn't work...." Read more
"...the functions of the camera are wonderful. the control you can achieve via the app is very nice. i have no complaints about any of that...." Read more
"...If you read the instructions it does state this. The camera is fun to use otherwise. Pictures come out pretty decent too." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that the quality is not that great, the photos are underexposed, and the pictures turn out dark. Some customers also say that the camera is overly glorified 1970's camera that is overpriced.
"The worst. it broke in no time and took the worst photos...." Read more
"...but not great as a party point and shoot camera, because image quality isn't that great when compared to other similar instant cameras and films..." Read more
"THis is a great instant camera!...." Read more
"...For an ASA of 640, photos are typically very under-exposed or endure serious color shifts. The camera's remote software is pretty cool...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the camera. They mention that it drains when not in use, and the battery dies within 2 weeks.
"...The battery life is kind of sucky, the viewfinder takes getting used to, once again my sx-70 when I look through the viewfinder I see what I'm..." Read more
"...autofocus never worked, the Bluetooth function is a joke, the battery life is pathetic, and the flash was never bright enough...." Read more
"...Either the batteries die far too quickly or the film doesn't expose very well. Fortunately my love of Polaroid will always prevail...." Read more
"...you don't use it the camera after a full charge it the battery will be dead within 2 weeks. Plan on charging it right before you plan on using it." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the autofocus of the camera. They mention that it's impossible to focus, even with the flash on. Some customers also mention that the auto focus never worked.
"The worst. it broke in no time and took the worst photos. The autofocus never worked, the Bluetooth function is a joke, the battery life is pathetic..." Read more
"...The camera cannot focus to save your life , the ring light would be a great idea if this one wasn't equivalent to lights on a child's toy car, the..." Read more
"...Unfortunately, it has been a horrible purchase. Focusing is impossible; even with the flash on, the images are dark; and, the third time I used it..." Read more
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Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2019
However, for less than $100, you can buy the Impossible I-1. Out of the box, it doesn't seem comparable to the cameras listed above. But once you connect it to your smart phone through the bluetooth function, the camera unlocks complete manual controls (including aperture, shutter speed, focal length, double/single exposure). The lens is every bit as good as the lens on the MiNT RF70, but for about 1/10th the price. And if you enjoy using manual controls, the picture quality is exceptional and compares very well with the pictures from the MiNT SLR670, or to any other rehabbed sx-70. In fact, because the Impossible has a hard shell, the pictures are probably better than any rehabbed sx-70, since those tend to leak light through the bellows.
In any case, I know this is a fairly technical review, written for users who have a serious interest in analogue and instant photography. But the upshot is: The Impossible I-1 is absolutely the best instant camera for the money, hands down. Get one while you can. I'm not sure, but I fear that Impossible (now Polaroid) has discontinued manufacture.
The charging issue seems to be one of the problems many people complained about, but based on my experience so far, I realized I must use the supplied USB Charge Cable to achieve a fast charge (about an hour). I did use my own USB phone cable initially and that took forever!!! In fact, I don't think it even charged at all after a whole day of being plugged in. To be honest, I didn't want to carry and use another what I thought to be a "standard" USB cable, but I think we don't have a choice here. Impossible should have thought about this and engineered the standard USB cable to work, rather than causing so much pain around the charging issue for many users.
I purchased this camera during a big Amazon sale, so for me, it's absolutely great value and a true fun bargain buy! Personally, I wouldn't pay the retail price though. It's a good camera for that fun occasional "artsy" use, but not great as a party point and shoot camera, because image quality isn't that great when compared to other similar instant cameras and films are way way too expensive when it adds up! I think the film cost is this product's biggest weakness for me.
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Zusammengefasst:
- Die Kamera ist chic
- Die Fotos sind mies und mit 1,50€ pro Stück irrsinnig teuer
La qualità degli scatti è di livello e il fascino nei colori classici Polaroid c'è tutto. Il basso prezzo dovuto agli anni di distanza dalla sua uscita giustificano il basso prezzo che la rende un grande affare comparato ad esempio alla One step2, vista anche l'utilità ad esempio dell'app associabile che permette l'uso di un esposimetro e altri funzioni divertenti.
Consigliata a tutti, esperti e non.