Here's an even shorter version of the Polaroid camera history, in 50 words: Edwin Land founded Polaroid in 1943, driven by his daughter's question, "Why can't I see the picture now?" He invented the first instant camera, Model 95 (1948), followed by SX-70 and OneStep. Despite financial struggles, Polaroid survives, innovating instant cameras and printers, blending nostalgia with modern tech.