Polaroid 636 Talking Camera
Polaroid 636 Talking Camera
Condition: Like new, with original box.
The Polaroid 636 Talking Camera is a unique variation of the Polaroid 600 series instant cameras, introduced in the 1990s. It features a voice recording and playback function in addition to the standard Polaroid instant camera capabilities. Here are the key technical specifications:
Camera Type: Instant film camera
Film Format: Polaroid 600 instant film
Lens:
106mm fixed focus
Single-element plastic lens
Focus Range:
4 feet (1.2 meters) to infinity
Shutter:
Electronic shutter
Shutter speed: 1/3 to 1/200 sec
Exposure Control:
Automatic exposure system
Lighten/darken exposure compensation slider
Flash:
Built-in automatic flash
Flash range: 2 to 10 feet (0.6 to 3 meters)
Viewfinder:
Optical viewfinder
Power Source:
Integrated into the film pack (each film pack contains a disposable battery)
Special Features:
Voice recording and playback feature (record up to 10 seconds of audio)
Playback speaker for recorded messages
Dimensions:
Approximately 145 x 95 x 150 mm (5.7 x 3.7 x 5.9 inches) when closed
Weight:
Approx. 600g (21.2 oz) without film pack
Film Ejection:
Motorized film ejection
Other Features:
Red-eye reduction mode
Sliding close-up lens for shots within 2 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 meters)
The Polaroid 636 Talking Camera was a novelty item, adding the fun feature of voice recording to the instant photo experience, making it a popular choice for parties and events.