Instant cameras are the perfect example of how yesterday’s analog technology can get a digital-age update for our nostalgia-obsessed world. Sure, we have high-performing DSLRs, mirrorless cameras and readily accessible pocket cameras via our smartphones, but we still love the immediacy and physical souvenirs we get with the best instant cameras.
Nothing else can match the convenience and retro charm you get with a good instant camera, and thanks to their recent revival, instant camera film is now readily available and affordable again. The best Polaroid cameras are back too, along with neo-classics from Fujifilm, Kodak and others.
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To help SPY readers pick the best instant camera for making memories, we tested the top options side by side to see how they compared. Our primary product tester for this review was an experienced photographer with a decade of experience in film photography, and he’s extremely picky about his equipment. Ultimately, we found that one particular camera was far better than the rest, and it wasn’t the one we expected. Keep reading for our full instant camera reviews and find out how to get the most out of these retro gadgets.