Check the film-type sticker inside your camera’s film door, or confirm the exact model if the label is missing. The right film depends on the camera: 600 cameras use 600 film, i-Type cameras use i-Type or 600, SX-70 cameras use SX-70, and Polaroid Go cameras use Go film. These formats are not universally interchangeable.
Match the film to your camera
Polaroid lists five current film formats: Go, i-Type, 600, SX-70 and 8×10. For most camera owners, the film-door sticker is the quickest way to identify the format. Polaroid’s camera and film guide also explains the main format differences.
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| Camera | Starting film choice | Compatibility details |
|---|---|---|
| 600-series camera | 600 | The pack includes a battery to power vintage 600 cameras. Polaroid describes 600 as the common format for this camera family. Polaroid Support |
| Rechargeable i-Type camera | i-Type | 600 film also works in i-Type cameras. i-Type packs do not include a cartridge battery because these cameras have their own rechargeable battery. Polaroid Support |
| SX-70 camera | SX-70 | SX-70 film is less sensitive to light than 600 film. Using 600 in an SX-70 requires a neutral-density filter. Polaroid Support and its neutral-density filter guide. |
| Polaroid Go | Go | Go cameras are compatible exclusively with Go film, which produces smaller photos. Polaroid Support and photo dimensions. |
| Polaroid I-2 | i-Type or 600 | SX-70 is also supported when you set the film type in the camera. The I-2 does not detect the film automatically; select the type for each pack. Polaroid I-2 compatibility guide. |
| Unusual, modified or historical camera | Verify the exact model and film system | Do not assume a modern pack will work just because the camera bears the Polaroid name. Polaroid lists unsupported legacy formats and cameras. Unsupported cameras and formats. |
Why 600 and i-Type are different
Both formats produce full-size integral photos, but their packs are built for different camera power arrangements. A 600 pack has a battery so a vintage 600 camera can operate; an i-Type pack has no battery because a rechargeable i-Type camera supplies its own power. Polaroid says 600 film is compatible with i-Type cameras, but that does not establish compatibility with every other camera.
When 600 film can work in an SX-70
SX-70 film is the straightforward choice for an SX-70 camera. Polaroid says 600 film can be used with an SX-70 if a neutral-density filter is fitted to reduce the light reaching the film. This is an optional workaround, not a reason to treat 600 and SX-70 as interchangeable. See Polaroid’s explanation of neutral-density filters for the stated use.
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- POLAROID CAMERA FILM LOVES LIGHT: the more light in your shot, the better your photo. Always shoot in bright light or use your camera's flash, your film will thank you for it.
- DEVELOP IN 10-15 MINUTES: photos appear blank at first - that's part of the magic. Shield them from light and place them face down while they develop to reveal the iconic Polaroid image.
Polaroid also notes that current-generation SX-70 film is slightly more sensitive than traditional SX-70 film. In bright, well-lit conditions, its guidance is to move the camera’s exposure control one-third toward darken. This is an exposure adjustment, not a different film-compatibility rule. Polaroid’s film-use guidance.
Go film is a separate, smaller format
Go film is made for Polaroid Go cameras rather than serving as a smaller cartridge option for the other camera families. Polaroid lists the Go film area as 2.623 × 2.122 inches (66.6 × 53.9 mm), with an image area of 1.851 × 1.811 inches (47 × 46 mm). For SX-70, 600 and i-Type, the listed photo area is 3.108 × 3.024 inches and the total area is 4.233 × 3.483 inches. These are Polaroid’s published dimensions, not a comparison of image quality. Polaroid photo dimensions.
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- Light it up- Polaroid instant film loves light. The more light in your shot, the better your photo will turn out. Always shoot in bright light or use the camera flash.
- Develop- Photos will appear blank at first. Photos develop within 15 minutes. Shield photos from the light and place them face down as they develop.
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Check support before buying for an older camera
Some legacy Polaroid cameras use formats that Polaroid lists as unsupported, including Spectra/Image, 500, 35mm, roll and peel-apart film. A camera using one of these systems may not take any of the current packs above. Identify the exact model and verify its film system and current support status using Polaroid’s unsupported-camera list before purchasing.
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- MINI FILM ONLY COMPATIBLE WITH POLAROID GO: The Polaroid Go only uses Polaroid Go format films. The same Polaroid you know and love, only smaller. Go Film is not compatible with full size Polaroid I-Type Now Cameras
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- STORE CHILLED, SHOOT WARM: Temperature affects how the film works. Keep it stored cold in the fridge, but never freeze it. Ideally you should let it adjust to room temperature before you use it.
- SHOOT WITH LIGHT: The more light in your shot, the better your photo will turn out. Instant film loves light, especially natural light. Use the flash for all your indoor photos.
- DEVELOP IN THE DARK: All photos appear blank at first. They’re most sensitive during this time, so don’t bend or shake them. Shield them from the light and place them face down for 6 minutes as they develop.
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- New Classic- I-Type film uses Polaroid's latest chemistry to provide richer colors, tones, and contrast. I-Type film is not compatible with vintage Polaroid cameras.
- Light it up- Polaroid instant film loves light. The more light in your shot, the better your photo will turn out. Always shoot in bright light or use the camera flash.
- Develop- Photos will appear blank at first. Photos develop within 15 minutes. Shield photos from the light and place them face down as they develop.
- Create- Every photo you create is rich, textured, and unique. Unpredictable, imperfect, and impossible to reproduce, just like you.
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Store and handle film as Polaroid recommends
- Read the date correctly. The printed pack date is the production date, not an expiration date. Polaroid recommends using film within 12 months of that date. Polaroid’s film and camera guide.
- Store it cool, dry and flat. Polaroid recommends keeping film in a refrigerator and allowing it to warm before use. These are manufacturer recommendations, not a guarantee of results.
- Avoid direct sunlight while handling it. Follow the handling advice in Polaroid’s film guide.
- Check the rollers. Dirty rollers can spread film chemistry unevenly. Polaroid recommends cleaning them with a soft cloth dampened with clean water. Polaroid film-use guidance.
A quick choice checklist
- Open the film door and look for the format sticker.
- Choose 600 for a 600-series camera, i-Type for an i-Type camera, SX-70 for an SX-70, or Go for a Polaroid Go.
- If you own an I-2, select the inserted film type in the camera; it does not identify the pack automatically.
- If the label is absent or the camera is unusual or old, verify its exact model and film system before ordering.
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