Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black

Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black

New OpenSX70 V2 Board

Designed in 1977 by Edwin Land, the Polaroid SX-70 was the first instant SLR camera ever made and completely revolutionized the photographic landscape. We have been proudly restoring the entire Polaroid SX-70 line of cameras for over a decade now which has become the work for which we're best known. SX-70's remain the pinnacle way to shoot instant film, offering maximum control and unparalleled image sharpness due to their incredibly designed glass lens system.

SX-70 Alpha 1 models were produced with three features that notably separate it from the SX-70 Original:

  • Built-in Strap Mounts
  • Tripod Socket
  • Matte Finished Chrome Body
$575.00
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Restored & Warrantied Ships Fast & Free
OpenSX70 board installed & calibrated
Full mechanical & optical restoration
Shoots SX-70 & 600 film
6-month warranty
Extended Warranty
Your camera includes a 6-month warranty — extend to a full year below:
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BFC Exclusive · Inside Every Camera

The OpenSX70 Modification

Every SX-70 we restore is fitted with our exclusive OpenSX70 board: It brings accurate metering, low-light capability, and hold-to-eject control to a camera that was engineered before the microprocessor existed.

The OpenSX70 Modification.

Every SX-70 we restore gets our exclusive OpenSX70 motherboard. Modern electronics, accurate analog metering, full film compatibility, optional manual control. A camera from 1972, working the way Polaroid intended more than 50 years later.

With the Dongle — Optional Accessory

The OpenSX70 control dongle attaches to your camera and unlocks manual shutter speeds, bulb mode, strobe sync, and creative shooting modes that were never possible on a stock SX-70. Includes a standard auto mode too.

In Development
Coming Soon
OpenSX70 Control Dongle

Every SX-70 we sell is dongle-ready. When the dongle ships, your camera will work with it out of the box.

LED Quick Reference
Blue blink = 600/i-Type film active
Red blink = SX-70 film active
Solid red = Low light warning
Build Your Kit
Add What You Need
Grab your film, flash, dongle, or any accessories — everything ships together.
Lenses & Optics
SX-37 :: Adapter
SX-37 :: Adapter
$45.00
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Fisheye Lens
Fisheye Lens
$69.99
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Linear Prism
Linear Prism
$35.00
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Kaleidoscope Prism
Kaleidoscope Prism
$35.00
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Diamond Prism
Diamond Prism
$35.00
0
Film
LIMITED EDITION: Polaroid 600 Reclaimed Purple
LIMITED EDITION: Polaroid 600 Reclaimed Purple
$20.99
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Polaroid 600 Round Frame
Polaroid 600 Round Frame
$22.99
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Polaroid | Color 600 Film
Polaroid | Color 600 Film
$21.99
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Polaroid 600 - B&W Film
Polaroid 600 - B&W Film
$26.99
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Polaroid | Color SX-70 Film
Polaroid | Color SX-70 Film
$26.99
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Other
Polaroid Photo Album :: Small
Polaroid Photo Album :: Small
$14.99
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Polaroid Photo Album :: Pocket Large
Polaroid Photo Album :: Pocket Large
$22.99
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Our Restoration Process

Hand-rebuilt in Brooklyn

Each SX-70 goes through a thorough multi-stage refurbishment in our shop. A ground-up restoration on every camera.

Restoring an SX-70 at Brooklyn Film Camera
01
Full Disassembly
Camera stripped down completely. Every component inspected for wear, corrosion, and mechanical issues.
02
OpenSX70 Board Install
Custom motherboard soldered and seated. Replaces the original circuit with fresh, modern electronics.
03
Optics & Bellows
Mirror and lens cleaned. Bellows inspected for light leaks and replaced if needed. Focus mechanism serviced.
04
Mechanical Service
Shutter, gears, and hinge mechanism cleaned and lubricated. Film door, rollers, and ejection path tested.
05
Final QC & Testing
Fully reassembled, then metering accuracy, shutter timing, and ISO detection verified with precision instruments across all modes.
Technical Reference

Specifications

Some specs may vary slightly by model variant. Reach out if you have questions about a specific feature.
Film TypeSX-70, 600, i-Type* (switchable)
BoardOpenSX70 Custom Motherboard
Lens4-element 116mm f/8
FocusManual SLR (10.4″ to ∞)
ShutterAuto: ~1/175 – 14s | Dongle: 1/2000 – 1s + B/T
MeteringReal-time analog photodiode integration
FlashFlashbar + 2.5mm sync (dongle)
BatteryIn-pack (film cartridge)
ViewfinderSLR reflex (through-the-lens)
Exposure CompLighten/Darken wheel
Self Timer10s with mirror lockup (dongle)
Multiple ExpYes (dongle)
Warranty6-month warranty
*i-Type film does not contain a battery to power the camera. A separate battery extension pack is required to shoot i-Type.

Reviews

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Just started using my new Minolta Hi Matic AF2 35mm point & shoot camera. I’ve been enjoying the experience of thinking carefully before taking a shot, unlike the digital process where many times I’m simply over shooting a subject. The camera size is perfect for street photography !!!

Minolta Hi Matic AF2

Really loved how my photos came out and I’m grateful for the convenience of the delivered scans. Excited to come back and develop with you again!

Developing - Non Member Price

Great product

Polaroid | Color 600 Film

This was a giant leap for me to purchase a film camera. This camera is not just any film camera at that. I am very pleased. It looks fantastic! Thank you Brooklyn Film Camera-trustworthy and great service!!

Yashica Mat-124

The are always helpful and this is a good place to reliably get the film you need when other places would be out of stock on certain film.

BFC is a great shop. The Film Developing Membership is a fantastic way to have your processing ready to go. Pick up a prepaid mailing label. When you're done shooting, drop your film in the mail from wherever you are, and it's done lickety split! Perfect when you're traveling or just walking around.

Film Developing Membership

Leica case is in great condition

Leica Mini Case

Pentax K1000 has served me so well. Extremely happy about it and the photos it takes is unbelievable

Pentax K1000

Excited to use the round frame for the first time.

Polaroid 600 Round Frame

Very satisfactory service. Thank you.

BFC Gift Card

Great customer service! Bought my first ever film camera from them and they answered all of my questions, made recommendations even gave me some tips and tricks just an all around perfect experience.

Canon AE-1 Program

I really appreciate their help repairing my Canon Ae-1! They were insightful, timely, and prices are fair. Thanks!!

Repair Inspection - 35mm, Medium Format, & Lenses

Great camera, great staff, works perfectly. I have bought a similar camera off of eBay before, but the colors came out so dull. The colors from my cam are so bright and clean. I now believe the added inspections at Brooklyn film camera prevent you from making a bad purchase online. Thank you!!

Yashica T3 / Kyocera T Scope

was scrambling to find a place in the area that sold the instax square film cartridges so i could take some sexy valentine’s day photos as a gift and yall made it happen! thanks again!

Fujifilm Instax :: Square (twin pack)

It worked really well. It covers everything with a purple tone so the photo is a bit darker than normal but some tones were more noticeable than with the regular film. The only downside is there are only 8 photos in a pack.

LIMITED EDITION: Polaroid 600 Reclaimed Purple

Amazing quality. Color contrast is amazing. My scans came out gorgeous!

Kodak Portra 160 - Color

Great as alway!

Developing - Non Member Price

Awesome camera and in wonderful shape. It’s a Christmas gift so we will use it over the holidays. Can not wait!

Hasselblad 500CM + 80MM T* F2.8 | Fully Refurbished

I had a great experience at the store! I actually went into the store looking just to pick up some film, but saw the Olympus bought it and very very happy with it. It's a perfect little point and shoot! I received great service at the store as well!

Olympus Stylus MJU

Originally purchased the Yashica Mat 124 G. I was notified that it was no longer available but the 124 was. Would I consider this one instead? My questions were answered promptly and I proceeded with this purchase. Very positive experience!

Easy on line ordering. Prompt shipping. Thank you.

CatLABS X-Film 100 :: Color

This thing is great. I tried to make my own, to a varying degree of success (failure, failure is a degree of success and I failed). This just works. For something so simple, its well, designed, it works perfectly - I would gladly or quickly (well, regular speed) recommend this to anyone who wants to scan their p'roids.

Instant Scan Adapter V2 :: Standard

A great shot I took at a uk-themed party I took. Love the way the color of her skin pops with the lighting.

The only store that had what I was looking for in stock and super fast delivery. Thank you...Thank you... Thank you!

Kodak Portra 800 - Color

Truly magical hues! Creates such whimsical colors, I love it

LomoChrome Turquoise | Color

Very happy with the results with black and white pictures came out great. I used FPP monobath to develop.

Leica Mini

You have to be tired of the sterility of digital by now. The Expired Film Club is a fun way to try out older stocks and put some unpredictability into your life and art. You never know what you're going to get. Occasionally, you'll get a new, current stock that's hard to get. When Kodak relaunched a few months ago, BFC included one of them. It was hard to get at the time. It was awesome! The Expired Film Club is a perfect way to let go of digital perfectionism.

Expired Film Club

amazing spot, clean area, and i got a nice sturdy lens cap for my DSLR camera! easy find, great photo booth, chill vibes

SLR Lens Caps

Love having a better way to scan Polaroids!

Fantastic shop

Lucky SHD400 :: B&W

Purchased my camera online, it was a very easy experience. I’ve also shopped in the store as well, so fun to visit and shop at Brooklyn Film Camera. Such a professional staff that’s most helpful with all customers.

Here is the deal: I don't have much call to shop from a small store in Brooklyn, but the times I do need them, the items I get ship quickly, are packed well, and are exactly what I need. I find their knowledge vast, as well as readily given when asked. The place is run by some great people and I enjoy the experience when shopping here.

the best store and the best camera. so happy with the decision to get my camera from brooklyn film camera 🤭🤪😎

Pentax Espio 80

Great resource and very knowledgeable

fast shipping thank you!

Polaroid i-Type :: Color Film

Works great !

Instant Scan Adapter V2 :: Standard

Great customer service! Bought my first ever film camera from them and they answered all of my questions, made recommendations even gave me some tips and tricks just an all around perfect experience.

Black Canon AE-1 Program | Chrome Nose 1.8 50m Lens

Got this as a birthday present for my partner, captured the most beautiful and vibrant pictures from our recent vacation in Zipolite! Had no idea which camera to get and the attendant at the shop was very knowledgable and showed me plenty of options and pros/cons to each model. Thank you x1,000,000 times over!

Minolta Freedom Zoom

Scans look good and came within a reasonable time frame

Developing - Membership Price

Great honor to shoot rare classic films that are long discontinued and to turn what would otherwise go to waste into art. I got some cool funky effects though some expired films aren’t funky. I can’t change the subscription online though; I would always get an error.

Expired Film Club

Its a great film for shooting low light situations and I personally loved how the pictures come out when I use this film stock. Just make sure you know how to shoot in low light and the pictures will come out great.

Cinestill 800T :: Color

Liked their services!

Kodak Portra 400 Color

great stuff!

Kodak Portra 400 Color
Warranty
6-month warranty on all restored SX-70 cameras.
Board Upgrades
Free board and firmware upgrades — contact the SX-70 department to send your camera in.
Free Shipping
Free shipping on all orders over $399.
Support
Questions? We're here — sx70@brooklynfilmcamera.com
Polaroid SX-70 Alpha 1 Model 2 - Black on Black
Red$575.00