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Land Cameras SX-70 User Manual

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Land Cameras SX-70 Specifications

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Film FormatPolaroid SX-70 instant film
Lens116mm f/8
FocusManual focus
Exposure ControlAutomatic exposure
ViewfinderSingle lens reflex (SLR)
FlashFlashbar compatible
Weight680 g

Summary

OPENING & CLOSING

PARTS OF THE CAMERA

HOLDING

VIEWING

FOCUSING

HOW YOU FOCUS WITH THE WHOLE IMAGE

Explains how to focus by observing the entire image in the viewfinder for clarity.

ACCURATE FOCUSING IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT FOR FLASH

Highlights the critical role of precise focusing for optimal flash exposure results.

HOW THE SPLIT CIRCLE HELPS YOU FOCUS

THE DISTANCE SCALE

SHARPNESS-FROM NEAR TO FAR-IN SUNLIGHT

LOADING & UNLOADING

SHOOTING

CAMERA OR SUBJECT MOVEMENT

Advises on minimizing camera and subject motion during exposure for sharp pictures.

DAYLIGHT PICTURES

THE ELECTRIC EYE

Explains how the camera's electric eye automatically controls exposure for daylight shots.

DAYLIGHT PICTURE HINTS

Offers tips on lighting and composition for better daylight photography.

FLASH PICTURES

FOCUS CAREFULLY

Emphasizes the importance of accurate focus for proper flash exposure.

WATCH THE BACKGROUND

Guides on selecting backgrounds and their impact on flash picture composition.

ARRANGE GROUPS

Provides advice on positioning subjects in group shots for even flash illumination.

AVOID FLASH REFLECTIONS

THE LIGHTEN/DARKEN CONTROL

TAKING PICTURES IN HOT AND COLD WEATHER

ELECTRONIC FLASH

CLOSE-UPS

TIME EXPOSURES

TROUBLESHOOTING

DIRTY ROLLERS

IF PART OF THE PICTURE IS MISSING

FOGGED FILM

IF THE CAMERA DOES NOT EJECT THE FILM COVER OR FILM

IF THE CAMERA STOPS DURING A CYCLE

CARE OF YOUR SX-70 SYSTEM

THE CAMERA

Provides instructions for maintaining and cleaning the SX-70 camera body and lens.

THE FILM

Offers advice on proper storage and handling of Polaroid SX-70 film.

THE PICTURES

Guides on handling, preserving, and displaying developed SX-70 pictures.

OUR SERVICE POLICIES

CUSTOMER SERVICE: AS CLOSE AS YOUR PHONE

Details how to contact Customer Service for assistance and information.

OR, WRITE A LETTER

Provides the address and instructions for contacting Polaroid Customer Service via mail.

OR, VISIT A SERVICE CENTER

Explains the process and benefits of visiting a Polaroid Service Center.

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY