How do the different Instax formats differ?
In 1998, Fujifilm introduced the first Instax Mini camera. A wide range of cameras and two additional formats, Instax Wide and Instax Square, followed in the following years. The biggest difference between the films is certainly the size and of course the look of the cameras. Although none of the Instax cameras fit in your pocket, an Instax Mini 90 is more compact than an Instax Wide 300, and all instant camera formats are great for weddings and celebrations.
This table gives an overview of the Instax films currently available and a comparison with the popular Polaroid 600 format.
| Instax Mini | Instax Wide | Instax Square | Polaroid 600 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Image size | 5,4 x 8,6 cm | 10,8 x 8,6 cm | 8,6 x 7,2 cm | 10,8 x 8,8 cm |
| Image size (photo itself) | 4,6 x 6,2 cm | 9,9 x 6,2 cm | 6,2 x 6,2 cm | 7,7 x 7,7 cm |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1.348 | 1.618:1 | 1:1 | 1:1 |
| Color film | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Black and white film | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Images per cartridge | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 |
Visual comparison of the different formats
Instax Mini
Instax Wide
Instax Square
Polaroid 600
Size comparison of the Instax formats