Polaroid Captiva SLR Auto Focus Instant Film Land Camera 


The Captiva (or Vision) series of cameras from Polaroid were SLRs in a rather odd shape. They used Type 500 film which had an image size of 73x54mm, ISO 600, and 10 pictures to a pack. They were produced from 1993-1997.

Good Condition with normal signs of wear (see photos). Lens appears to be in good condition with no visible signs of mould or haze. All functional components seem to work properly although they have not been tested. Sold as-is.


Captiva/Vision

  • SLR (Single-Lens Reflex) design.
  • Lens: 107mm f/12 (3 plastic elements).
  • Shutter: electronic; range 1/4 - 1/180 sec.
  • Autofocus, but not "Sonar"; only 2 focus zones. Nearest focus is 2 ft.
  • No manual focus control possible.
  • Integrated automatic flash (cannot be overridden manually).
  • Pictures are ejected into a transparent "storage chamber" in the back of the camera; to be removed at any time.
  • Built-in self-timer.
  • Folding body is unlike the SX-70