Translation guide
A camera that produces a developed photo shortly after taking the picture.
instant camera
Referring to the device itself, such as a Polaroid or Instax camera.
Fujifilm's brand name for their Instax series, often used generically for instant cameras, especially among younger people.
A literal translation meaning 'instant camera', but rarely used in everyday conversation. More technical or dated.
The most common and direct translation, widely understood.
I bought a new instant camera.
Let's take a photo with the instant camera.
Refers specifically to Polaroid brand instant cameras, but sometimes used generically.
They don't make Polaroid cameras anymore?
I'm researching the history of instant cameras.