LOVE RETRO CAMERAS AND LEGO? THEN YOU’LL LOVE THESE BRICKS!

New Lego sets let you build the iconic Polaroid SX-70 and an SLR camera

If you’re a photographer who loves retro cameras, and also a keen Lego builder, then the world’s favourite brick maker has a couple of new-year treats in store for you in the shape of not one but two new retro camera sets.

First up is the Retro Camera set (#31147), which is part of the 3-in-1 Creator series. As the name suggests, the pieces included in these sets can be used to build three different models – in this case a retro SLR or video camera, or an old-school analog TV complete with aerial. It’s a 261-piece set that’s recommended for Lego fans age eight years and older. The SLR has some neat features, such as a moving lens and ‘working’ film-wind handle, plus a hotshoe. You also get a camera strap and two film canisters – and the film door on the back opens so that you can slot a film in. Film exposures with shots like a giraffe and butterfly on them included, too, so you’re getting an impressive number of details included in what is a low-cost Lego set at just £17.99 / £20.

The other new set lets you build the cult-classic Polaroid SX-70 instant camera (pictured above). The SX-70 was introduced in 1972, and 50 years later Lego’s One Step set iteration looks every bit as stylish as the real thing.

The Polaroid SX-70 build packs plenty of cool features including a viewfinder, ‘working’ shutter button, and film cassette door. As well as the camera, you also get a film pack to build, together with a few instant prints.

The Lego Polaroid SX-70 One Step (#21345) costs £69.99 / $79.99. It has

516 pieces, and is recommended for adults only, with an 18+ age range.

Both sets are available to buy now.