I have the auto focus version “sonar”. Not used for 20 years. I bought a fresh pack of film but had to open and close it a few times before it would eject the dark slide. It seems to be working great. There are free manuals online showing the correct way of using it. Grip the serrated part of the top section and do a quick snap pull up and it will open and lock into place fine. Read the advice the new Polaroid company give on shooting and using the current sx70 film to avoid bad shots etc. these are 40+ years old cameras and can have mechanical and electronic issues but there are a few specialist who can fix and bring them back to optimal functioning. Search internet - BFC, theinstantcameraguy, chromaticparts are recommended.
@jeffmichaud6387
2 ай бұрын
Great video. Very informative. I have a Sx70 Sonar with flash that my Aunt gave to me. She worked for Polaroid as a demonstrator and went all around New England to present them. She worked directly with Dr Land and Marriet Hartley ,the lady in the commercials. I will definitely keep Brooklyn film Company in mind for repairs and tune ups. Thanks for that. Btw your boy with the tats is smoking hott!🌺
@robertknight4672
6 ай бұрын
Originally that sidebar was supposed to lock itself when you open the camera. Now that the cameras are a lot older it doesn't always work. It works on two of mine. The sonar autofocus SX-70 would be a better option for handing the camera to someone else to take a picture who's not really familiar with manual focus Polaroids. In either case the viewfinder does take some getting used to. The Instax camera is Loosely based on the old Kodak design it's just a lot smaller.
@skyflier8955
6 ай бұрын
I recently got one that needed repairing, and I sent it to Dr. SX-70 in NM. He got it fixed for only $75 and got it back to me in less than a week. Super cool to see others having fun with their SX-70s too :)
@tedtedhk
22 күн бұрын
How to contact Dr. SX-70 ? Thanks
@jckf
9 ай бұрын
I have one of these first generation ones as well, but the film door was broken when I got it. Definitely DON'T hold it by the door when unfolding! The little latch that keeps it closed is long and thin, so it doesnt take much to break it, and the only way to get a replacement is to rob one from another SX-70.
@Zetaphotography
6 ай бұрын
I have a few non working SX70 if you want to buy them
@jckf
6 ай бұрын
@@Zetaphotography Location and exact models?
@tymyatt-qk8wh
9 ай бұрын
Glad to see people enjoying this camera! General tip: Polaroid film is sensitive to light the first 10-20 seconds after exposure. I always block the film with my hand while it comes out and quickly put it into my sling bag.
@michael_177
Жыл бұрын
Glad you had fun with it 😁 That air bubble would send shivers down my spine though lol
@w9gb
Жыл бұрын
Polaroid making again film in Netherlands !! Tour of the rebuilt factory on KZitem.
@rpdee7344
Жыл бұрын
5/11/23 Your sx70 is one of the better models we had one at work to take pics, some of the latter SX70s were plastic on the parts, it is amazing that they still sell for good prices with the film is so expensive and hard to find. The neat part of the film pack is that it also contains a battery along with the film to run the camera. For me, the pics were slightly soft. Polaroid had an earlier model 80 folding camera ( Speed graphic styling) also well made the film was set up differently and was B/W and required to manually pull the film from the camera and then coating the finished photo to prevent the image from fading, the images were a lot sharper than the SX 70 and camera used a flash attachment with flash bulbs. The film I think is no longer available after Polaroid 80 came out in the 70s with easier-to-use film packs for the consumers' level cameras.
@WhoIsSerafin
Жыл бұрын
Fun video of peoples reactions. It’s actually medical plastic with chrome coating.
@florbeltrami
Жыл бұрын
Hurt my eyes and Heart 😮
@carlhale5405
Жыл бұрын
😊 well done. Continue
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
Thank you !!
@ricardoscholtens5224
Жыл бұрын
really enjoyed this vid :)
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! When I get time this summer I plan on making more videos on my other film cameras I've collected over the years
@shanelson1
Жыл бұрын
I have two of them my friend gave me for free. They were his dad's back in the day. One of them doesn't work. The other works but gets stuck sometimes. I get about 6 out of 8 good pictures out of the pack. Maybe I'll send them into be repaired someday.
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
That's awesome!! Funny your friend's dad had two of them...he must have been really popular 😂 Whenever you get the time I'd definitely recommend sending them in. I feel that you're less likely to bring it out if you know it will jam on you at some point!
@shanelson1
Жыл бұрын
@@lost_philosophy Yeah why have one when you can have two lol. Maybe I'll convert one to shoot 600 and leave the other sx-70. I looked into Brooklyn film in the past but didn't pull the trigger. Maybe I'll go for it now.
@monica-ys4ms
Жыл бұрын
I gave in and sent them my sx70 about two weeks ago. Been so excited and nervous waiting for it to get back!
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
Lol yeah I gave in too. Not always fun to send something like that out !
@brandonhansen3615
Жыл бұрын
I sent my SX-70 to them twice already. They put a pretty new skin on it but the camera still is inoperable. So i’d be weary before spending the money. Especially because they send a slip clarifying everything is “functioning” when it clearly wasn’t.
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
damn dude that sucks!! They did send a warranty card saying they will fix anything within a year so hopefully they hold true to that. Did you send it in again or give up on them?
@Zetaphotography
6 ай бұрын
Definitely will be sending to Retrospek instead
@JoeyShip
Жыл бұрын
Homie almost cracked It in half! I was like “yoooo!!” Haha. Glad you’re having fun with It, I love mine. I have the Mint Flash Bar and it’s great. Definitely recommend. Also, while they develop, face them down.
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
haha yeah I was keeping a close eye on him!! The Mint flash bar is definitely on my list of future camera goodies to get. About the developing part - BFC actually said the same thing when they saw my video lol, but the light leaks don't bother me that much. However for certain shots I'll definitely keep that in mind! Thanks for watching!
@chronicfish
Жыл бұрын
The tiniest prick with a very thin pin, and then pushing out the trapped air with your finger, will get rid of the bubble under the sticker. :)
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
Oooo that’s a simple trick !! I’ll try it out thank you!
@Restorttt
Жыл бұрын
Just sent my Slr 680 to get restored by them! Can’t wait
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
The wait wasn’t that long!! Happy snapping
@Expired_Toaster
Жыл бұрын
My heart stopped beating when you tried to bend the camera lol!
@bigbadbyrnes
Жыл бұрын
This is quality content
@lost_philosophy
Жыл бұрын
thx bro!
@peacheslikeapples
Жыл бұрын
Cool my dude
@SVN1_8
2 жыл бұрын
Still working for you with no issues?
@lost_philosophy
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah works great still!! Also use it to pump up inflatables like a river tube lol
@armandoarroyo
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks I’ll get one to clean my miner.
@noregrets8751
2 жыл бұрын
I need a duster, wonder how this compares to the Xpower
@angelpaul9168
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Looking forward to more uploads! You should use PromoSM! It will help you get your videos higher in the search results!
@peacheslikeapples
3 жыл бұрын
Sick dude
@tambu6091
3 жыл бұрын
pcpartpicker.com/list/2tFVXb is this a good build?
@lost_philosophy
3 жыл бұрын
I would definitely change that PSU out to something above 550w to accommodate that 3070. Check out this site: rog.asus.com/event/PSU/ASUS-Power-Supply-Units/us/index.html Basically with a Ryzen 7 and a RTX 3070, they at minimum recommend 650w. If you plan on OC then 750w. Otherwise an OK build imo, Ryzen price to performance ratio compated to intel is worse. versus.com/en/amd-ryzen-7-3700x-vs-intel-core-i7-10700k
@tambu6091
3 жыл бұрын
@@lost_philosophy pcpartpicker.com/list/P262Yg Is this better? Also do I have every part I need for this pc build or do I have to order extra fans please LMK if I am missing anything.
@lost_philosophy
3 жыл бұрын
@@tambu6091 I think that looks good! Just keep in mind the "compatibility notes" section. It says you might not have a connection for your front panel USB 3.2. What heatsink are you using for the CPU? AIO?
@tambu6091
3 жыл бұрын
@@lost_philosophy The NZXT cooler screen later I will upgrade and stay with rysen cooler for now one what is a USB 3.2?
@lost_philosophy
3 жыл бұрын
@@tambu6091 USB 3.2 is a really new version of the USB port (flashdrive), my case only had 3.0 from the front. You basically might not be able to use your usb ports on the front of that case.
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