As part of the generation that has childhood photos on film but digital photos of my high school graduation, I’ve always had a fondness for instant film as a way to get the analog experience without the cost of a darkroom. But instant film isn’t exactly cheap, which is why I’m always frustrated when I get a shot that’s too dark or out of focus. But Polaroid’s latest camera, the Polaroid Flip, uses a mix of retro and new tech to solve some of those issues.
The Polaroid Flip, announced on April 15, is an instant film camera that’s equipped with a warning light for common photo errors as well as bringing back classic tech like sonar autofocus.
