To adjust exposure on your Polaroid Now camera, you need to access the exposure settings by pressing and holding the flash button, then cycling through the available options like brightening your photo.
Understanding Exposure on Your Polaroid Now
Exposure refers to the amount of light that hits your camera's film. On instant cameras like the Polaroid Now, controlling exposure allows you to compensate for challenging lighting conditions, ensuring your photos aren't too dark or too bright. By adjusting the exposure, you can make your instant prints lighter or darker to achieve the desired effect.
Step-by-Step Guide to Adjusting Exposure
Changing the exposure on your Polaroid Now camera involves a simple sequence using the flash button.
Accessing Exposure Settings
- Turn on your camera: Ensure your Polaroid Now camera is powered on and ready for use.
- Enter Exposure Mode: Press and hold the flash button for a few seconds.
- Identify Neutral Position: A horizontal line will appear, indicating the current exposure value. By default, this line will be in the middle, signifying a neutral exposure setting. This is the standard setting for most general shooting conditions.
Brightening Your Photo
- Adjust to Brighten: While the exposure line is visible (after holding the flash button), press the flash button once more.
- Confirm Brighten Setting: The horizontal line will move to the upper position. This indicates that your camera is now set to the brighten exposure value, making your next photo lighter.
Note: The provided reference details how to access the neutral and brighten settings. Other exposure adjustments, such as darkening, typically involve cycling through the options by pressing the flash button repeatedly.
Exposure Settings at a Glance
The Polaroid Now offers specific exposure adjustments to help you get the best possible instant prints.
| Setting | Indication | Effect | How to Set (from neutral) | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neutral | Middle Line | Standard Exposure | Default setting | Most balanced lighting conditions, everyday shots |
| Brighten | Upper Line | Lighter Photo | Press flash button once | Underexposed photos, low light, backlighting, shadows |
Tips for Optimal Exposure
- Observe Lighting: Before shooting, take a moment to assess the lighting conditions. If your subject is in shadow or the overall scene appears dim, consider brightening the exposure.
- Use Brighten for Low Light: The "brighten" setting is particularly useful when shooting indoors without flash or in outdoor evening/night scenes to prevent underexposure.
- Experiment: Instant photography is all about experimenting. Don't hesitate to take a few test shots with different exposure settings to see what works best in various scenarios.
