Buying a Digital and Film Combination Camera
POLAROID I-ZONE: A particular model of the Polaroid I-Zone camera can either take digital photos or produce instant prints using Polaroid film, and is not the same as other I-Zone models which are film- or digital-only. According to the Amazon.com page on this camera, it has one megabyte of non-removable memory (holds 18 photos), features a built-in flash, and requires four "AAA" batteries. It uses a serial cable to transmit photos to your computer. This camera can be recognized by its black, grey, and white exterior with an orange knob.
PANORAMIC VISION 16: This relatively inexpensive film/digital combination camera has a number of features, including a self-timer, red eye reduction, a metal "hot shoe" (for attaching an external flash), motorized film advance & rewind, and a built-in radio. Its appearance is somewhat like that of a portable video or movie camera. It requires two "AA" and three "AAA" batteries for all three functions, but can be run on fewer batteries if some features are unneeded. It transfers photos to your computer with a USB cable. It is often sold with a tripod, carrying case, and earphones. It should not be confused with the less common Panoramic Vision 105, which may or may not fit into this category of cameras (little information is available on it).
KODAK PLUSDIGITAL: Kodak's PLUSDigital one-time-use camera (not to be confused with Kodak reusable digital cameras like the DC200 Plus) is not technically a digital and film combination camera, but it has a somewhat similar effect. According to Kodak's website, the PLUSDigital is loaded with ISO 800 film, has a built-in flash, and includes both prints and a Kodak PictureCD (no additional cost) with developing.
Few or no other digital and film combination cameras exist, at least in the United States. The Panoramic Vision 16 and Polaroid I-Zone can be found on eBay.com for about $15-35 (the Panoramic Vision 16 being the more expensive of the two), while the twenty-seven exposure Kodak PLUSDigital camera is available at Walgreens for $14.49.
Prices and details accurate as of May, 2007.
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Post a CommentUpdate: There is also another camera of this type, called the Vivitar Digi35. It was introduced in 2001 and features motorized film advance/rewind as well as USB for downloading the digital photos. However, this camera is somewhat difficult to find.