Polaroid 3000AF

Name/Title

Polaroid 3000AF

Entry/Object ID

345

Tags

Workhorse

Description

The Polaroid 3000AF is an entry-level, plastic-bodied point-and-shoot camera produced during a period when Polaroid attempted to capture a share of the traditional 35mm convenience market. It features a basic active infrared autofocus system and a fixed 30mm wide-angle lens, catering to casual users seeking automated exposure and motorized film transport. A notable feature of this model is the "Panoramic" switch, which mechanically masks the top and bottom of the 35mm frame to simulate a wide-aspect ratio, though it does not change the actual focal length or film area utilized. While technologically unremarkable compared to higher-end contemporaries, the 3000AF represents the democratization of photography through inexpensive mass-production and remains functional with standard 135 film today.

Category

Camera, Point & Shoot, 35mm Film
Media Type

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Polaroid

Date made

circa 1990