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| − | The [[Polaroid]] '''Big Swinger 3000''' was the first [[Polaroid_Rigid_Pack_Film_Consumer_Models|rigid plastic bodied instant camera]], released in 1968 and made in the US. It features a T-bar strap used to hold and "swing" the camera during transport. It is also used to grip the camera during the | + | The [[Polaroid]] '''Big Swinger 3000''' was the first [[Polaroid_Rigid_Pack_Film_Consumer_Models|rigid plastic bodied instant camera]], released in 1968 and made in the US. It features a T-bar strap used to hold and "swing" the camera during transport. It is also used to grip the camera during the pull stage of film development. |
This camera was only capable of black and white photos with an [[Film Speed|ISO]] of 3000. | This camera was only capable of black and white photos with an [[Film Speed|ISO]] of 3000. | ||
Revision as of 17:05, 24 May 2011
The Polaroid Big Swinger 3000 was the first rigid plastic bodied instant camera, released in 1968 and made in the US. It features a T-bar strap used to hold and "swing" the camera during transport. It is also used to grip the camera during the pull stage of film development.
This camera was only capable of black and white photos with an ISO of 3000. Correct exposure was obtained by pinching and twisting the red shutter button knob. A checkerboard pattern in a red window is seen under the viewfinder. The word YES would appear when the exposure was correct.
If the word YES does not appear or does not appear fully it is recommended to use flash bulbs. Clear AG-1 or blue AG-1B type bulbs can be used. When using a flash bulb do not use the red YES window. Use the distance scale on top on the front standard. Twist the red shutter button knob to move the distance scale to the correct length. For best results on most bulbs, 4 feet is the recommended distance. There is a bulb release on the side of the body. Slide the bulb release upwards to release and turn the camera body upside down to remove the spent bulb.
Specifications
- Film type: Peel-apart 100-Series pack films in ISO 3000
- Flash: AG-1 or AG-1B flashbulbs
- Power: 2x 1.5V AA batteries power the shutter
