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A Polaroid billboard encouraging an analog summer
"The simple act of existing is already an act of rebellion." Polaroid just built a massive billboard on a beach in a rebellious anti-AI stunt

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

NEWS “Go jump in the water before the data centers drink it all up," says a rebellious new Polaroid billboard in New York and London

NEWS
Polaroid Now+
Tour the world’s last Polaroid factory where heritage recipes run through every pack of instant film

By Mike Harris Published

Features Think Polaroid is just another licensed brand? Journey through the last bastion of the legendary brand’s instant film production, and you'll change your tune

Features
CAMBRIDGE, MA - AUGUST 15: Andy Warhol stands among portraits of himself in Polaroid's 20x24 studio in Cambridge, Mass., on Aug. 15, 1979. (Photo by Joe Runci/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
This fridge-sized Polaroid camera – used by Andy Warhol, Ansel Adams and Sally Mann – has been restored and is touring the world with modern artists

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

NEWS The 20x24 Project is a documentary following the journey of a 235-pound Polaroid camera from 1976 in the hands of modern artists

NEWS
The Fujifilm House of Photography storefront decked out in Minions decorations
Viral artist Matt B Customs will personalize Instax cameras free for two days in London – but only if you love Minions

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

NEWS Minions are taking over a Fujifilm store – and fans can even customize an Instax camera for free

NEWS
The Fujifilm Instax Mini instant film camera
Fujifilm’s new compact instant camera has a weird trick for selfies without that awkward outstretched arm – and it's hiding in the strangest place

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

INSTAX The Instax Mini 13 is finally getting ready to ship – and its most unusual feature is hiding right in the camera strap

INSTAX
Polaroid Now Gen 3 outdoors with a pair of feet stepping on oranges
It's not big but it IS clever: The world's smallest analog instant camera is now sharper and more powerful

By James Artaius Published

NEWS The Polaroid Go Gen 3 is here – and the world's tiniest instant film camera has a sharper lens and stronger flash

NEWS
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12
I can’t believe Instax cameras continue to be so popular, when the offering and technology have barely changed in almost 30 years

By Gavin Stoker Published

Opinion Debuting in 1998, the Instax instant camera is nearly 30 years old – and it’s barely changed. So how does it continue to be a roaring success?

Opinion
The limited edition Polaroid Purple 600 recycled film
Going green has turned Polaroid film DEEP PURPLE! Polaroid is turning chemical waste into psychedelic purple images with new film

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

FILM The new Polaroid Purple 600 is a limited edition film that recycles chemical waste into psychedelic purple images

FILM
The Fujifilm Instax Mini instant film camera
Fujifilm is going on tour. These free Instax events introduce instant film (and yes, you get to keep the photos)

By Hillary K. Grigonis Published

INSTAX Fujifilm Instax will tour the US this summer, offering several hands-on free instant film experiences

INSTAX
A selection of digital instant cameras, film and paper, arranged on a wooden surface
The best hybrid instant cameras in 2026: Digital instant cameras with printers for sharing your photos!

By James Artaius Last updated

BUYING GUIDE Looking for a hybrid instant camera that can take pictures on the spot and also print photos from your phone? Look no further!

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