Instax Mini 8 Camera - Pink

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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. It is a rangefinder camera. That means that it allows zone focusing. You can’t set your focus automatically. You have to move the camera to find focus. The short answer is literally everyone. It’s most popular among young people and children. But my parents and grandparents also enjoy using mine. And sometimes couples buy it for weddings, making long-lasting memories on the spot!

The Fujifilm Instax Mini series use a special film size. The image size is 2.4 x 1.8 inches (6.2 x 4.6 cm). And with the frame, it’s 3.4 x 2.1 inches (8.6 x 5.4 cm). 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. If you want to take two selfies, press the self-timer button twice. You’ll see a small number 2 appear next to the self timer icon in the LCD window, and the countdown will begin. The first shot will fire after seven seconds and the second shot will fire three seconds later. Tips for Taking Great Pictures with Your Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera The Instax Mini 8 will automatically choose the right setting for any given lighting situation, and it also has a built-in flash to help illuminate the subject or scene you’re trying to photograph. Nonetheless, it is best to take photos in areas with sufficient lighting to ensure that your photos don’t come out underexposed. Don’t stand too close or too far from your subject.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. Using a rangefinder means that the viewed image is not exactly what will be exposed in your picture. A viewfinder is offset from the view through the lens, as they are a few centimeters from each other. 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.

Since launching in 2012, the Mini 8 has been a massive success for Fujifilm and instant film fans around the world. The Fuji Instant Mini 11 weighs a manageable 293g without batteries, while its dimensions are 107.6x121.2x67.3mm. Regarding the aforementioned selfie mode: You have to pull the rim of the lens forward quite firmly to get it to respond with a resounding ‘clunk’. Over time, given the plastic build, however, we’re not sure how well the camera will stand up to repeated selfies and the eagerness of smaller, potentially less careful, hands. 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.The new Instax Mini 9 launched with five new colors that are all really nice, especially the Cobalt Blue (hello Santa!). There’s something truly exciting about being able to capture a special moment and print out an instant memento of that occasion to share.

In 2009, Fujifilm dropped the Instax series, which changed the instant camera market. Their uniqueness is that they print what you shoot immediately. And this also means that you cannot replicate the images. So sometimes it isn’t easy to catch the perfect lighting. This can be because Fujifilm releases films with 800 ISO sensitivity to favor users who prefer to shoot in low light.The Instax Mini 9 comes with a little mirror next to the lens and a close-up lens. You can attach this to the lens and make images of subjects closer than 2 ft (60cm). If you want better pictures, the best thing you can do is experiment with different compositions. Try shooting from different angles or vantage points. Take photos of unusual subjects. And if you’re looking for a newer model, the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Film Camera will provide selfie mirror, automatic flash control, and a close-up mode. Do not cover the two windows located beside the flash, as doing so will prevent your camera from assessing the surrounding light and suggesting the correct setting for your photo.

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. The first option is for indoor photos, primarily for low-light conditions. The “cloudy” option is for outdoor photos with ambient light but low-light conditions. The “sunny” and the “very sunny” options are also for outdoors and scenes with a lot of light. For best results, remember to maintain a good working distance from your subject—about 2 to 9ft. Your camera’s built-in flash has an effective range of around 0.6m (1.97ft) to 2.7m (8.86ft), so stay within this range to ensure that your photos are properly focused and correctly exposed. Play around with the suggested brightness setting. 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! 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.

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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. This lens provides a better focal length for selfies and also gives you awesome creative opportunities to take macros of cool objects and patterns. 3. Attached selfie mirror Overall, being made of solid plastic, it seems to be a fairly durable camera. And it doesn’t have many moving elements. I’ve been using my Instax Mini 8 for four years and haven’t had any problems. Accessories Fujifilm will likely expand this color lineup soon, for the moment though you can grab it in the following: