Translation guide
A camera that produces a developed photo shortly after taking the picture.
インスタントカメラ
instant camera
Referring to the device itself, such as a Polaroid or Instax camera.
The most common and direct translation, widely understood.
新しいインスタントカメラを買った。
I bought a new instant camera.
Fujifilm's brand name for their Instax series, often used generically for instant cameras, especially among younger people.
チェキで写真を撮ろう。
Let's take a photo with the instant camera.
A literal translation meaning 'instant camera', but rarely used in everyday conversation. More technical or dated.
即席カメラの歴史について調べている。
I'm researching the history of instant cameras.
Refers specifically to Polaroid brand instant cameras, but sometimes used generically.
ポラロイドカメラはもう生産していないの？
They don't make Polaroid cameras anymore?