OK this is by far the coolest looking camera you guys have done for me. And the blue button goes amazingly well with the skin. Thanks for all you do love ❤️ you all!!!
The current turnaround time is approximately four weeks from the date of delivery to our location.
Whether your camera seems to be acting just a bit “off” or it’s gotten so bad you think a potato would take better photos than your brick of a camera, we are here to help you out.
We work on a flat-fee system because we believe in doing the same process to every single camera. The fix that makes a functioning camera work better — and a broken camera work at all — could be the same thing. We know where to look for issues and what to do when we find them. If there’s something wrong, we will find it and make it better. All of these repairs are covered by the flat fee.
Beyond the heavy repairs, our services include recalibrating the shutter (which means your camera should shoot true to the lighten/darken dial), cleaning optical components, fresnels, viewing lenses, mirrors, etc. Our team carefully cleans the external components and replaces the leather skins (they must be removed to access internals). All cameras are film tested and won't be returned until they are producing excellent exposures. All cameras receive between two and four hours of hands-on time from our team.
All necessary repair work is performed by a trained technician using specially designated tools and equipment. Replacement parts, if used in the course of repair, are fully refurbished and guaranteed. Because of their refurbished nature, previous wear may be present on any replacement components.
Each camera we service comes with a 90-day warranty.
This repair service covers manual focus folding SX-70 camera models. This includes Originals, Alphas, Model 2 variations and the Model 3 -- as long as none of them have the sonar autofocus mechanism (the gold circle above the lens.) In the wrong spot? Please check out our repair services for the SLR 680/690, as well as repair services for the Sonar Autofocus.
While we’d love to save the original leather skins, it just isn’t possible. The fasteners allowing the camera to be taken apart and serviced are located underneath. Since there is no way to peel the skins up without ruining them, they must be replaced with your choice of either black or tan genuine leather skins. They are fresh, new and made in Spain. *chef's kiss* While black and tan are our standard selections, we have plenty of new fresh skins if you are interested in more pizazz.
Tired of keeping a supply of different film types to use between your 600 and SX-70 cameras? We can service your SX-70 and convert it to use 600 film.
Already converted? Please let our customer service team know before your camera arrives.
Our team recommends the use of a film shield to protect your photos from light while developing. This accessory is included with the purchase of this repair service.
Within two business days of placing your service order, we will email you a prepaid shipping label you can use to mail us your camera. Prepaid labels will only be emailed to customers with a US address listed on their order. Shipping labels must be used within 28 days. Failure to use the label within 28 days may result in Retrospekt canceling and refunding the order less the cost of the shipping label. The prepaid labels expire after 28 days and are non-refundable.
Need a repair shipped outside the US?
Contact: service@retrospekt.com
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 219 reviews.
OK this is by far the coolest looking camera you guys have done for me. And the blue button goes amazingly well with the skin. Thanks for all you do love ❤️ you all!!!
Mike B. 5/5 Verified
Incredible work! I didn’t know my Polaroid is supposed to be this smooth!
Alexey N. 5/5 Verified
I sent in my SX-70 because I had dropped it and it stopped working. Retrospekts’ customer service was responsive and timely. The team left my camera in better shape than when I had bought it. The only thing that threw me off a little was the leather being replaced… I didn’t realize that was included in the repair and I kinda miss the old leather. I must have missed it in the description, so just something to note if you’re thinking about sending your camera in for a repair :) Other than that, I am very happy!
Emily C. 5/5 Verified
Top quality work! Really happy with the build and presentation. The final result is worth every cent, I would not hesitate to use them again!
Dakota J. 5/5 Verified
I just received my repaired SX-70 and it works better than before! I shot hundreds of images with this camera and also dropped it a few times, before the repair. It was a quick turnaround and I went out immediately after getting it back. Everything works great!
Karen J. 5/5 Verified
I'm super impressed with the service Retrospekt did on my Polaroid SX-70!! The sheet they provided with the returned camera was incredibly helpful in showing what was inspected, repaired and/or replaced. It looks and feels brand new and the images are much improved from what I had been getting. Thank you for repairing my much loved SX-70 Retrospekt!
Kathleen R. 5/5 Verified
Great service!!!!!
Danielle M. 5/5 Verified
Thank you! Camera works amazing and the service was just as professional and promised in the website description.
Bethany D. 5/5 Verified
Great job! the attention to details was great as you see from the video. the outside leather panels were replaced perfectly and the viewfinder, lens were cleaned and the camera works again!!! Also the customer support is excellent. They explain everything promptly and thoroughly. LOVE retrospekt🙏 Highly recommend!
Michele C. 5/5 Verified
Great Repair I’ll be sending more. Thanks so much.
Walter D. 5/5 Verified
The Retrospekt team was very professional, communicative, and thorough in my Repair process. My SX70 works like a brand new camera!
Lorelei B. 5/5 Verified
I’ve had this camera for 25 years, so I was honestly nervous about shipping it out for repair. But it came back looking almost brand new and works flawlessly now. The entire process with Retrospekt was incredibly easy from start to finish. Clear communication, smooth turnaround, and great care taken with something that has a lot of sentimental value to me. Highly recommend their repair service.
Aaron R. 5/5 Verified
I got an SX-70 secondhand, when I loaded film, it was dead. The camera was dusty, had mystery residue all over it, and a broken film door. I sent it in to retrospekt, the camera came back looking BRAND NEW. I absolutely recommend this service to anyone with an old polaroid. Customer service was responsive, polite, and the turnaround was better than I anticipated.
William D. 5/5 Verified
Thanks for the camera. Didn't realize that the lens wouldn't come with the split focus thing, but I'm learning to make do without it. Thank you!!
Anthony M. 5/5 Verified
I haven't run my old friend through its paces yet, but so far I am pretty impressed. I would 100% recommend this company!
Carlo G. 5/5 Verified
I have owned my SX 70 camera since I was 16 years old. I’ve loved it for many years but for the last several years, it has not performed well. Your company brought it back to life and I am very grateful. I hope to enjoy it for many years to come thank you!
Toth R. 5/5 Verified
Great! Got back a week earlier than expected, and takes amazing photos
James B. 5/5 Verified
Retrospekt has been amazing to work with I messed up and didn’t have them convert this SX-70 model 2 to 600 film, with one phone call it was back in their hands and converted, then in a couple of weeks and back in my hands. Thank Retrospekt for taking care of this issue quick and painless. Love the support and work you do.
Mike B. 5/5 Verified
looks great can't wait to try it
Joel S. 5/5 Verified
They did a beautiful job on this very special version of the sx-70. I am very happy.
Robbie C. 5/5 Verified
Camera works great and looks like it just came from the factory! Thank you!!!
James S. 5/5 Verified
Retrospekt did a great job fixing my SX-70! Process was super simple and even included shipping. Glad there’s a company out there keeping these beautiful cameras running. Highly recommend them.
Jason L. 5/5 Verified
Communication up front was great. In fact, the whole process worked greaty. Camera came back nicely packaged as if I just made a brand new purchase. The camera operates flawlessly and looks brand new.
Robert I. 5/5 Verified
Retrospekt did a great job on restoring my SX-70 and I have taken some great photos with my first pack of film. It feels like a new camera but still has the original vintage quality and style . I am so excited to shoot more photos with this camera!
Seth C. 5/5 Verified
Receiving my camera back was truly the best parcel Experience have ever had packaged and beautifully And better than new. The box it came it will last a life time. Nice to see in this day and age a company that really cares about their customers how they serve them and service their camera. Great Job! I hate to say it but for what was done and how I received it with all the extras, you're not charging enough! Thank You!
Scott C. 5/5 Verified
Thank you for this incredible service.
Jonathan H. 5/5 Verified
Excellent work! Like new.
Ryan C. 5/5 Verified
Top notch! Works like a charm
Genevieve P. 5/5 Verified
All of my dealings with Retrospekt have been exceptional. Purchases and repair work have all been fulfilled and completed promptly, with good communication.
Lisa B. 5/5 Verified
What an incredible restoration and presentation!! Could not be happier and really like the box and extra things it came with, especially the report telling me exactly what was fixed replaced and cleaned on it.
George U. 5/5 Verified
I sent in two cameras to be repaired. Both of the cameras our model one.One of the cameras wasn’t playing nice and the pictures were totally blown out and the other camera, the mirror was stuck. Both cameras were repaired and sent back faster than I expected and looking like they are brand new! I could not be happier with the results. They were repackaged into brand new boxes. I highly recommend this repair service to bring your camera back to life and looking as good as the day it was originally purchased. Thank you for doing such an amazing restoration!
David A. 5/5 Verified
Well done techs and everyone involved! Today was the first day I was able to use the camera, and it worked flawlessly! Now if we can get Polaroid to keep stocking the film...
Mark L. 5/5 Verified
I've been out of town for about a month and just picked up my package. It is unbelievable how beautiful the SX-70's look and unbelievable how well you have refurbished the two cameras. Retrospekt......you guys are amazing. Thanks you so much!!!
Anthony B. 5/5 Verified
Retrospekt did a wonderful job getting my SX-70 repaired it was no longer functioning after something went wrong with its main gear, they fixed the door latch and it looks and functions beautifully now. Retrospekts customer support has some of the most friendliest and passionate folks I’ve had the pleasure to email back and forth with that left me with a lot of confidence. Thank you so much for the extra stickers and getting it back to me fast!
Joshua M. 5/5 Verified
Like having a brand-new camera - love it! So easy, too.
Meghan B. 5/5 Verified
Enjoying my newly refurbished SX 70. You all have been great!
James C. 5/5 Verified
My camera is is amazing condition so far so good with performance.
Eduardo A. 5/5 Verified
Astronishing! It's absolutely perfect. Thank you!!!!
Sunshine J. 5/5 Verified
I couldn’t be happier with the way Retrospekt treated my camera. It’s beautiful and functions like a new camera. I love it and wish to thank each of you who brought my baby to life again! Thanks for what you do! 👍
Robyn M. 5/5 Verified
Absolutely blown away!
Mathieu C. 5/5 Verified