The Instax Mini 11 from Fujifilm is a simple instant camera that is easy to use. It was introduced to the public in 2020.
The Instax Mini 11 is an update of the previous models Instax Mini 8 and 9. It is a little slimmer and more elegant and available in five new colours: blush pink, sky blue, charcoal grey, ice blue and lilac purple. There are also special editions. The camera also features a new selfie mirror and close-up mode.
The instant camera comes with a fixed focal length. The focal length of the lens is 60 mm. The maximum aperture is f/12.7. The focus of the lens is fixed, so you cannot focus yourself. The closest focusing distance of the lens is 30 cm.
The exposure is set automatically by the Fujifilm Instax Mini 11. The shutter speeds range from 1/400 second to half a second. In low light conditions, the built-in flash can be used. At a sensitivity of ISO 800, it reaches up to 2.7 metres. The model does not have a self-timer. There is also no thread for a tripod.
The dimensions of the Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 are 10.7 x 12.1 x 6.7 cm. It weighs 293 grams. The instant camera is powered by two AA batteries (eBay / Amazon*).
Films for the Fujifilm Instax Mini 11
According to the instruction manual, the Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 requires instant films. Here you have to go for the Instax Mini films. The pictures taken with the camera are about the size of a credit card. There is a colour film, the Instax Mini Film* and the Instax Mini Monochrome* for black and white pictures.
After the picture is taken, the film is automatically ejected. Then the development of the image begins. After a few minutes you hold the final result in your hands. There are ten pictures in a film cassette.
Current alternatives
There are numerous alternatives to the instant camera mentioned that can meet your personal wishes and requirements. A frequently chosen option is the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12*, which impresses with its handy shape and intuitive use. It has comparable properties to the camera described previously
