The Fujifilm Instax Mini is an instant film from Japan. It can be used in Fujifilm Instax Mini cameras. Unlike Polaroid films, these films are still being produced. New cameras are also still available for purchase. In addition to Fujifilm cameras, Lomography produces two backs for their cameras (Lomo LC-A+ & Diana F+). It cannot be used in Polaroid cameras.
The film Instax Mini Film* produces beautiful color photos with vibrant colors and fine grain. With Instax films, you get very solid results. As with the old Polaroid films, you can watch the photo develop. Shaking it to shorten the development time does nothing, by the way.
The size of an image is roughly that of a credit or business card. The exact dimensions are 86 x 54 mm (film size) and 62 x 46 mm (actual picture size).
Editions
In addition to the normal variant with the white border, there are also editions with colorful borders, patterns, or prints, e.g., from the movie "Cars" or Winnie the Pooh, around the image. It is also sold under the name "Polaroid 300."
One cassette of the film contains 10 pictures. It is usually sold in packs of two cassettes. For a double pack, you typically have to pay about 14 to 18 euros.
Compatible Cameras
The Instax Mini Film fits, among others, the following cameras: Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S, 10, 25, 30, 20i, 30i, 25i, 50i, 55i, 50S, 8, 90, 70, Polaroid 300, Leica Sofort, Lomo'Instant and Lomo'Instant Automat. It can also be used with various Bluetooth printers or the backs for Lomography cameras.
If the format is a bit too small for you, there is an alternative from Fujifilm, the Instax Wide Format. A square alternative is the Instax Square Film.
Packaging Design
Over the years, the packaging of the film has been repeatedly adjusted. There are also different designs for different markets and pack sizes.
Sample Photos
All sample photos were taken with the Fujifilm Instax Mini 8.
