# Mirrorless Lens Cameras Polaroid is No Longer a Thing of the Past with the Polaroid iM1836 Camera By Ariel Weber | Published 2013-01-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-im1836 References: [gearpatrol](http://gearpatrol.com/2013/01/07/polaroid-im1836-camera/) & [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/07/polaroid-makes-its-android-based-im1836-mirrorless-camera-official/) Though [Polaroid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-flip1) may be best remembered for its [instant cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-now1), the gadget company is reinventing itself and branching out into the competitive world of digital cameras with the Polaroid iM1836 camera. The camera has all of the typical features that all of the other high tech cameras are equipped with such as WIFI, Bluetooth capability and a touchscreen LCD display but is unique because it is the first [mirrorless interchangeable lens shooter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasselblad-x2d-100c-earth-explorer-edition) of its kind. It is also social media-friendly as it comes with Android 4.1, which makes photos easy to share via social networks in a snap. The best part about this handy Polaroid iM1836 camera is that it comes at a very cost effective price of $399. Here's hoping that the newest addition will be a success. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Cameras:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop affordable mirrorless cameras with advanced features to compete with traditional DSLR cameras. - **Social Media-friendly Cameras:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Integrate social media sharing capabilities into cameras to easily share photos online. - **Affordable High-tech Cameras:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Create cost-effective cameras with high-tech features, appealing to budget-conscious consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Combine innovative technologies to create cutting-edge consumer electronics products. - **Photography:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop game-changing photography equipment and accessories for professional and amateur photographers. - **Social Media:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Integrate cameras with social media platforms to enhance online photo sharing experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-flip1.md) - [Flippable Retro-Style Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-flip.md) - [Rechargeable Instant Print Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-smile.md) - [Creative Manual Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i2.md) - [Micro-Sized Mirrorless Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yashica-im-back.md) - [Chunky Retro Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polaroid-flip-instant-camera.md) - [Multi-Coated Glass Lens Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lomo-instant-wide-glass.md) - [Mirrorless 4K Compact Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yashica-im-back-camera.md) - [Interchangeable Lens Instant Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nons-sl645.md)