Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Sonar OneStep

Name/Title

Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Sonar OneStep

Entry/Object ID

46

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Description

This model was a revolutionary addition to the SX-70 line, introducing the first successful commercial application of ultrasonic autofocus technology in a consumer camera. It is easily identified by the large, gold-mesh ultrasonic transducer (sonar) mounted above the lens, which sends out sound waves to calculate distance and adjust focus in a fraction of a second. It retains the high-quality 4-element 116mm glass lens and SLR viewing system of the original folding SX-70.

Category

Camera, Instant, Polaroid SX-70
Media Type

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Polaroid

Date made

1978 - 1979

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Other Names

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Model

Other Name

SX-70 Land Camera Sonar OneStep

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Serial

Other Number

M030A