Conversion of a
Vintage Polaroid
Models • 95 • 150 • 110A/B • 900 • a100 • a250 • a350 • a450 • SX-70 • Holgaroid
Basics of Function
The Model 104 was not a particularly spectacular pack film camera. It had a rigid finder that lacks split image focusing. The shutter has few exposure controls beyond the lighten/darken dial found on all pack film models. And no tripod socket!
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 104, 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 rigid (non-folding) finder that also only has a film speed selector, then these pages will work just fine for you.
This model uses a single 3v battery. The originals are hard to find and expensive. They were also alkaline and will not last as long as an easily obtained and cheaper 3v photo lithium. If you find that your model also requires 3v 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 3v photo lithium or 2xAAA
completed
super sweet!
Information …
The Models
These are the models I have personal experience with and are used within this site.
