Conversion of a
Vintage Polaroid
Models • 95 • 150 • 110A/B • 900 • a100 • a250 • a350 • a450 • SX-70 • Holgaroid
Basics of Function
The Model 100 was the first of many Polaroid pack film cameras. It set the standard for the basic body, shutter assembly and finders found on all others.
While there are many pack film models, there are few differences when it comes to cleaning and modifying the batteries.
The ubiquitous nature of the 100, and many that share its finder and shutter, makes it an easy pick for a quick reconditioning and battery conversion. If you have a model with a folding finder, and a scene selector on your shutter, than these pages will work fine for you as well.
This model uses a single 4.5v battery. The originals are hard to find and expensive. If you find that your model also requires 4.5v batteries, then these pages will also work for you.
If you get lost at anytime, you can always click the link at the bottom of the page to come back here.
The Steps
basics of function
how does the camera usually operate; what parts do what and go where
the finder
removal, opening, cleaning
the back
assess, clean
shutter assembly
remove, open, adjust, clean
batteries
modify to accept 3xAAA
completed
super sweet!
Information …
The Models
These are the models I have personal experience with and are used within this site.
