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Film comparison

Polaroid SX-70 Film vs Polaroid B&W SX-70 Film

On paper these two films are very close. The differences are in the look.

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SpecificationSX-70 FilmB&W SX-70 Film
ManufacturerPolaroidPolaroid
TypeInstantInstant
Box speedISO 160ISO 160
ProcessInstantInstant
Formatspolaroid-sx-70polaroid-sx-70
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AvailabilityCurrentCurrent

Rows that differ are in bold. Prices are typical UK prices and change often.

How they look

SX-70 Film
Lower-speed integral instant film with battery for SX-70 cameras; roughly a quarter the sensitivity of 600 film.
B&W SX-70 Film
Black-and-white integral instant film for SX-70 cameras (and the I-2), 8 photos per pack, with a battery in the pack. Polaroid gives ASA 160 and 5 to 10 minutes' development.

Which suits what

Better pick: SX-70 Film

Snapshots, Portraits

Both work well

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Better pick: B&W SX-70 Film

Portrait, Still life