The Lomo’Instant Square The Blues Edition is an instant camera. It was introduced by Lomography in January 2025. It is an edition of the popular camera for the Instax Square format. The Pemberley Edition was also presented at the same time.
Features of the instant camera
The camera has a permanently integrated lens with a fixed focal length of 95 mm and a maximum aperture of f/10. The camera can be folded up to save space when transporting it.
Instead of an autofocus, the Lomo’Instant Square The Blues Edition offers a manual focus with three setting levels, which is operated using a lever. The lens’s minimum focusing distance is 80 cm.
The exposure is automatically controlled by the built-in light meter. The shutter speed is fixed, but a bulb mode allows a variable exposure time. The exposure can also be corrected using a button on the back of the camera.
The integrated flash provides sufficient light and has a range of up to 9 meters at ISO 100. It can be deactivated if necessary. The Lomo instant camera is also equipped with a self-timer, radio trigger and tripod thread.
The camera is operated with two CR2 batteries (eBay / Amazon*). The energy required for the remote control is provided by a CR2025 battery (eBay / Amazon*).
Compatible films
According to the manual, the Lomo’Instant Square The Blues Edition uses Instax Square films. These were introduced by Fujifilm in 2017 and are readily available.
A picture with the Instax Square Film* measures 8.6 x 7.2 cm, with the square image itself measuring 6.2 x 6.2 cm. A film cassette contains ten images.
The white picture frames can be customized, for example with special pens. This makes instant photos ideal for events such as weddings, parties and birthdays.
The developed image is ejected using a built-in motor. The development process starts immediately and the result is visible within a very short time. Shaking the image is not necessary and should even be avoided.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Instant camera |
| Film format | Fuji Instax Square |
| Film transport | Manual |
| Picture format | 86 mm x 72 mm |
| Focal length | 95 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/10 |
| Minimum focus distance | 80 cm / 2.624 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Filter thread | 30.5 mm |
| Exposure times | 1/250 second to 8 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Exposure compensation | ± 1EV (1EV to) |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash sync speed | 1/250 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Wireless remote control | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x CR2 batteries |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 95,61 Euro 1701568978684168901057110 Estimate based on used prices of 99 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of September 22, 2025 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 95,00 Euro (102.83 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Lomo'Instant Square The Blues Edition
What kind of film does the Lomo'Instant Square The Blues Edition use? Is it easy to find?
This camera uses Instax Square film. According to the manual, this type of film was introduced by Fujifilm in 2017. It's generally pretty easy to find in stores or online.
Does this instant camera have a zoom, or is the lens always the same?
The Lomo'Instant Square The Blues Edition has a fixed lens, meaning it doesn't have a zoom function. The focal length is always 95mm, which is similar to a short telephoto lens. You can't zoom in or out with this camera.
How close can I get to a subject when taking a picture with it?
The closest you can get to your subject and still have it in focus is 80 cm. This is the minimum focusing distance for the lens. If you get closer than that, the image might appear blurry.
Does the camera decide the brightness of the picture automatically, or do I have to set it?
The camera does automatically determine the brightness (exposure) using a built-in light meter. You can also adjust the exposure using a button on the back of the camera if you want a brighter or darker image. So, it's mostly automatic, but you have some control.
Does this gizmo need batteries? If so, what kind?
Yes, the camera does require batteries to operate. It uses two CR2 batteries for the main camera functions. Additionally, the remote control uses a CR2025 battery, so be sure to have both types available if you plan on using the remote.