80 Series
(3 1/4" x 3 3/8")

film discontinued

Choose a film to see more information about it.

Type 84

Type 89

Type 85

Viva Colour (Gloss)

Type 87

Viva Colour (Silk)

Type 88

 

Packfilm Films

This list only include Polaroid branded materials. For a listing of some other films not listed here, such as the compatible Fuji films, see the FAQ page.

The following technical information is useful for specifics concerning each film.

Unless otherwise noted, all 80-Series Land Pack Films have the following characteristics in common:

  • Each pack contains 8 prints.
  • Actual image area: 2 3/4" x 2 7/8" (6.9 x 7.2 cm) (almost, but not quite square).

80-series films are used by the 80-series Packfilm Cameras; including the Square Shooter and Zip series of cameras, as well as other photographic equipment having a Polaroid/NPC Type 80 film back or other compatible back.

80-series films can also theoretically be used in most 100/660 rectangular-only Polaroid pack cameras and backs. But one needs to be aware that those cameras lack the necessary light shields needed to protect the smaller 80-series pack in case you ever need to open the film door when the camera is loaded (to fix a 'missing white tab' problem, for example). Keep that in mind, and keep shooting!

80-series films

Type 84
 

Produced: 2003-2006 / Original Price: $14.60 ?

  • Film speed: ASA 100
  • Panchromatic, B&W
  • Produces 10 prints per pack

Notes: Similar to Type 664 except for format.

Introduced in 2003 as part of a re-introduction of the 80-series format to professional markets.

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Type 85
 

Produced: 2003-2005 / Original Price: $20.92 ?

  • Film speed: ASA 80
  • Panchromatic, B&W
  • Produces both a positive print and a reusable negative.
  • 60-second development. Negative requires an extra 'clearing' step after development. Sodium sulfite (not included with film) required for negative clearing bath.
  • Produces 10 prints and negatives per pack

Notes: Similar to Type 665 except for format.

Introduced in 2003 as part of a re-introduction of the 80-series format to professional markets, and discontinued in 2005 when Type 665 was phased out.

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Type 87
 

Produced: 1974-2006 / Original Price: $3.10

  • Film speed: ASA 3000
  • Panchromatic, B&W
  • Coaterless, 30-second development.

Notes: Type 87 was always "coaterless." It was also the first coaterless pack film that Polaroid introduced.

Type 87 may have been discontinued as of the late 1990's, but was resurrected in 2003 as part of a re-introduction of the 80-series format to professional markets. Unfortunately, its reprise was to be short-lived, as it was discontinued again (along with the other remaining 80-series films) in 2006.

Package was increased to 10 exposures per pack when it was reintroduced in 2003.

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Type 88
 

Produced: 1971-2006 / Original Price: $3.99

  • Film speed: ASA 75 (80)
  • Color
  • 60-second development

Notes: Similar to Type 108 (*) except for format.

In 1975, was replaced by new "Polacolor 2" film under the same type number. This was an improved film based on SX-70 technology. Eventually the "Polacolor 2" designation was dropped, but remained the same film.

*With the re-positioning of the 80-series format in 2003, Type 88 was reformulated and became similar to Type 669 except for format. Package was also increased to 10 exposures per pack at this time.

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Type 89
 

Produced: 2003-2006 / Original Price: $16.84 ?

  • Film speed: ASA 125
  • Color
  • 90-second development, no adjustment needed for ambient temperatures of at least 70°F / 21°C.
  • Produces 10 prints per pack
  • This film is not recommended for image transfers or emulsion lift transfers.

Notes: Similar to Type 690 except for format.

Introduced in 2003 as part of a re-introduction of the 80-series format.

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Viva Colour
Gloss

Produced: 199?-200? / International Markets

  • Film speed: ASA 80
  • Color
  • 60-second development

Notes: Not sold in USA/Canada.

It is possible that this film is based on Type 679 or Type 689.

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Viva Colour
Silk

Produced: 199?-200? / International Markets

  • Film speed: ASA 80
  • Color
  • 60-second development
  • Photo surface has a matte finish rather than glossy.

Notes: Not sold in USA/Canada.

It is possible that this film is based on Type 679 or Type 689.