2 x AA batteries; alkaline / NiMH / NiCd / lithium / oxyride supported
Size
89.5(W) x 61.3(D) x 27(H) mm
Weight
Approx. 140g without batteries or card
Polaroid i836 FAQ
What battery does the Polaroid i836 use?
Polaroid i836 uses 2 x AA batteries; alkaline / NiMH / NiCd / lithium / oxyride supported. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Polaroid i836 take?
Polaroid i836 uses SD / SDHC memory card. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 32GB (SDHC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Polaroid i836 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 8.0 MP Polaroid digital camera from No official release year published with 8.0 MP 1/2.5-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Polaroid options, compare Polaroid i835 and Polaroid m536.
How do you transfer photos from the Polaroid i836?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Polaroid i836 is worth judging as its own Polaroid i-series compact cameras body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Polaroid i836 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its Polaroid compact digital sensor and built-in compact zoom lens are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Polaroid i1032, Polaroid i1035, Polaroid a300, Polaroid m536 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
