Let me start by saying this camera is an absolute vibe. The silver accents and classic design make it feel like a luxury item, not just a toy. I took it to a beach picnic, and everyone kept asking to hold it—it’s that pretty.

The one-touch selfie mode is genius. The tiny mirror next to the lens saved me from awkwardly guessing angles during a girls' trip. Though pro tip: You *pull* the lens outward for selfies (not push—I learned the hard way after 3 blurry shots).

Photo quality? Don’t expect DSLR sharpness. My black cat turned into a moody silhouette in dim lighting (artsy!), but daylight shots sometimes blew out like overexposed 90s snapshots. That said, the credit-card-sized prints have this nostalgic graininess that makes even bad hair days look intentional.

Major pain point: The flash is *always on*. At a candlelit dinner, my group photos looked like ghost sightings. I tried covering the flash with tissue—it kinda worked but felt janky for a $100 camera.

Film costs add up fast ($1 per shot). I burned through two packs at a wedding, but seeing guests stick polaroids in their wallets? Priceless. Just keep spare batteries handy—it chews through AAs faster than my TV remote.

Verdict: Perfect for creatives who want tangible memories with retro flair. Not your main camera, but the one you’ll grab for spontaneous joy.