This is the Cyber Monday deal I've been waiting for… Polaroid's absurdly priced camera is now affordable!

I've always wanted this absurdly expensive Polaroid but could never justify it. Thanks to this Cyber Monday camera deal, though, now I can actually afford it!

The Polaroid I-2 is the best instant camera I've ever used but it's hilariously overpriced. However, it has been slashed by $200 / £200 if you buy directly from the manufacturer – and if you become a Polaroid Member (which is free) you can save up to $256 / £256!

Polaroid I-2: was $599.99 now $360 at Polaroid

The I-2 is the most formidable instant camera on the market. Its glass lens is the sharpest Polaroid has ever made, and it boasts full manual exposure controls along with a cutting edge LiDAR autofocus system. (Price is $399.99 if you opt not to become a Member.)

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Polaroid I-2 Starter Set: was $629.99 now $373.50 at Polaroid

For top-quality creative or professional work, the I-2 is unbeatable (in fact, it even accepts SX-70 – Polaroid's best film). If you want to get shooting straight away, this Starter Set comes with a pack of Color i-Type Film. (Price is $414.99 if you opt not to become a Member.)

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Polaroid I-2: was £599.99 now £360 at Polaroid

The I-2 is the most formidable instant camera on the market. Its glass lens is the sharpest Polaroid has ever made, and it boasts full manual exposure controls along with a cutting edge LiDAR autofocus system. (Price is £399.99 if you opt not to become a Member.)

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Polaroid I-2 Starter Set: was £629.99 now £373.50 at Polaroid

For top-quality creative or professional work, the I-2 is unbeatable (in fact, it even accepts SX-70 – Polaroid's best film). If you want to get shooting straight away, this Starter Set comes with a pack of Color i-Type Film. (Price is £414.99 if you opt not to become a Member.)

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Why is the Polaroid I-2 (review) so expensive? Because it's the finest instant camera on the market… in fact, I think it's the best instant camera that's ever been made. Yes, that includes the SX-70 and Spectra.

It's been designed for tip-top shooters who need the best quality that Polaroid can deliver. It's the company's first ever fully manual exposure camera, and even features an aperture ring on the lens. And that lens is not only made of glass, it's also the sharpest that Polaroid has ever made.

When it comes to creative potential, the lens has a fast f/8 aperture, a filter thread to mount attachments, and a flash sync port so that you can incorporate strobes and studio lighting. In addition to i-Type and 600 film, the I-2 also accepts SX-70 film – the best quality stock that Polaroid makes, boasting the lowest ASA, finest grain and richest contrast. In short, if you're serious about instant photography, this is the camera for you.

I love shooting with this camera but, at 600 bucks full price, it's too rich for my blood. However, at almost half price for Cyber Monday, all of a sudden I can slap this on my credit card and not feel too bad about it!

You might be interested in my Instax vs Polarid comparison, my breakdown of all the different instant film sizes, and my guide to what type of instant film do you need.