Polaroid 660 AutoFocus
An instant camera using sonar autofocus and 600 film, introduced as part of Polaroid’s 600 series.
Overview
The Polaroid 660 AutoFocus is an instant camera made by Polaroid Corporation and introduced in 1981. It belongs to the Polaroid 600 series, a line of integral print cameras designed for consumer use. This model features sonar-based autofocus, with a minimum focus distance of 120 cm (3.936 ft), and includes a manual exposure compensation slider offering ±1 EV adjustment. It uses Polaroid 600 film, which provides both the photographic material and the battery power required to operate the camera.
Specifications
| Lens | 116mm f/11, single-element plastic (conflicting reports: 110mm f/10) |
| Focus | Sonar autofocus with manual override |
| Shutter | Electronic; automatic speed between 1/4–1/200 sec |
| Exposure Control | Automatic with manual +/- 1EV lighten/darken slider |
| Viewfinder | Direct |
| Picture format | 79 mm x 79 mm |
| Film Format Type | 600 |
| Flash | Automatic flash |
| Battery | Film cartridge powers the camera |
| Item Weight | 1.40625 lb (conflicting reports: 0.5 kg) |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 7.4 x 7 x 7 inches |
Design
The camera uses a fixed front lens with a moving rear element for focusing and is housed in a plastic body. The autofocus system relies on sonar technology, and the design integrates electronic shutter control and automatic exposure.
Context
The Polaroid 660 AutoFocus was part of the 600 series launched in 1981, alongside the original Polaroid 600 Land Camera. It represents one of the more iconic models from Polaroid’s 1980s consumer instant camera lineup.
Market
The camera uses Polaroid 600 film, which remains widely available as of 2025. While some units may exhibit issues such as light leaks or autofocus failures, many problems reported in the 600 series are related to film rather than the camera itself.
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