And there are quality issues regarding the images. But they have not significantly changed in the newer models. So I don’t feel I missed out on anything by using this one for years instead of always buying new ones. But the manual switch is missing because the 11 has a fully automatic exposure system. This won’t let you override the camera’s suggestions and decide which mode you want to choose. Over the last few years, Fujifilm has recaptured the magic of instant film photography with its fantastic range of Instax instant film cameras.

So obviously missing from the original Mini 8, the Instax Mini 9 adds a built-in selfie mirror attached to the front of the lens barrel. This great little mirror remains exposed when using the included macro lens so you can line up your selfies with ease!When you shoot, the film comes out from the top of the camera. It takes about 1.5 to 2 minutes to develop. Sometimes I find that the colors get deeper after a little extra time. The Fujifilm Instax Mini series is the most popular lineup among instant cameras. These instant cameras are compact and do not need anything besides film and two batteries. Plus, it comes with a hand strap the same color as your camera. Conversely, if the camera suggests the cloudy setting, but you want your photo to come out darker and more underexposed, then choose the sun icon for a dramatic effect. There is a built-in flash. It is on and flashes every time, no matter how much light the light meter senses. So it’s important to pay attention and not cover the light meter or the flash. The in-built selfie-mode is also a huge improvement over the Mini 11’s predecessors. Instant cameras like these really lend themselves to taking group shots with friends and self-portraits. Having a close focus option right at hand – and a handy front-facing mirror makes selfies a breeze.

You can also buy little albums you can collect your photos in. These are quite cheap. And it feels so great to flip through them. The Instax Mini 8 has a hand strap, which is not the best quality. If you use it often, it can get worn out. But it does its job. You can see two holes above the lens. This light meter automatically measures the amount of light and suggests a setting to use. It does so by turning on that little light.

It’s fun that you must physically move to frame the scene perfectly. It enhances the experience of only using one frame for one shot. You have to invest some time in shooting with the Instax Mini 8.

Also, you have to rely more or less on the distances suggested by your camera’s lens. Remember, it won’t be able to focus closer than 60 cm. You can buy matching cases for the Mini 8 separately, they don’t come in all colors, but you can usually find something that suits. 2. Included close-up lens You can put the Instax Mini Instant film into any Instax Mini camera. And the basic Fujifilm Instax Mini film has a sensitivity of ISO 800.

produce the soft colour effect to create that aged, Polaroid-style look. Taking photos of people works particularly well, but it takes a little more work to shoot great scenery shots or Since launching in 2012, the Mini 8 has been a massive success for Fujifilm and instant film fans around the world. Naturally there’s a small mirror provided adjacent to the lens on this Fuji, thus allowing for users to perfect their ‘selfie’ game. But beyond that, the camera provides a selfie mode of sorts by advising users to pull out the front edge of the lens after powering the camera on. I’m quite satisfied with the Instax Mini 8. It is a long-lasting camera you can buy to useyourself or gift to others as a present. And you and others will grow fond of using it.

The camera is cheap, but it has some disadvantages. For example, instant film is quite expensive. You cannot avoid this if you shoot with an instant film camera. But you can buy Instax film in bulk, which makes it more affordable. Press the button once to begin a 10-second countdown for the shutter. The LCD window will display the countdown, so you’ll know the self-timer has started. One other hindrance is the angle of view of the lens. It's pretty easy to frame yourself—just center the lens and shoot—but if you're trying to selfie with a friend, an instant camera with a wider angle lens and selfie mirror is a better choice. The Lomo'Instant costs nearly twice as much, but that's a small price to pay for the endless number of arm-length shots you can take of you and your bestie side by side. Film Format Don’t expect professional quality prints from this camera – this is not a high-resolution, color calibrated digital printer. But that is part of the charm, the prints you do get are full of nostalgia and have a dreamy quality to them. Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 – New and slightly improvedThe print in question is ejected from the top of the camera almost as soon as the flash has fired – and here it always fires, even in strong sunlight, as there appears to be no way to disable it, as we occasionally can on higher end instant models. Science has found that the instant print doesn’t develop any faster if you ‘shake it like a Polaroid picture’, so we have to wait the typical 90 seconds for the finished result. Incidentally, the Instax Mini 11’s effective flash range is up to a very fair 2.7 metres, with a 6.5 second wait between flashes. To be honest, an instant camera isn’t one for rapid-fire use, so that sort of delay is scarcely going to be an issue. Make sure to also rotate the ring and set the proper metering. Otherwise, you won’t understand why you didn’t get the correct exposure. Besides these details, it’s quite easy to learn how to use the Instax Mini 8. Body and Handling