What we check on an instant camera before it goes online – and what we don’t.

Example photo: Polaroid Lightmixer 630, not your item. Tap or click a dot to see what we check there.

Example photo: Sofortbild Polaroid Lightmixer 630, von vorn, with dots at the points we check. The checks are also listed as text on this page.

What we check

  • Shutter mechanism: fires reliably and resets cleanly
  • Film ejection: runs smoothly

What we don’t check

  • Exposure quality in different lighting conditions
  • The flash function beyond a visual inspection

The reason: A full check would use up an instant photo every time. That’s why we check the mechanics, not the final image.

The condition grades used here

Good, Acceptable, Partially Defective, and Defective.

What the grades mean exactly can be found under Condition of analog cameras. You can find an overview of all product types under Item condition.

  • Every item checked Condition clearly stated
  • Shipping €41.99 Delivery country: United States
  • 1-month returns More than the 14-day EU minimum