Polaroid's Spectra-format camera — the Image for wider-format instant prints.
The Polaroid Image Camera uses Polaroid Spectra/Image film — a wider format than the standard 600 series. The wider print format provides more image area for a different aesthetic. The Image/Spectra system was positioned as a step up from 600 cameras. Spectra film was discontinued but some expired stock may exist.
Image quality is the Polaroid instant aesthetic — soft, warm, with distinctive colour. The wider Spectra format provides a different aspect ratio than 600 — closer to rectangular than square. Built-in flash. Autofocus on most models. The wider format was preferred by some photographers for its aspect ratio.
Uses Polaroid Spectra/Image film — discontinued. Fixed lens with sonar autofocus on most models. Weight varies. Build quality is above 600-series cameras — the Image/Spectra line was positioned as premium consumer. The film discontinuation severely limits practical use. Some expired stock exists.
Very cheap. Film availability is the critical issue — Spectra/Image film is discontinued. Expired stock exists but results are unpredictable. Not recommended for regular use. The wider format was appealing but film unavailability renders the camera largely non-functional. For collectors only.