Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Review: The Best Instant Camera on the Market

In a world where everything is becoming more digital, there’s something special about having physical photos to hold and display. Enter the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12, a fun and playful instant camera that allows you to capture life’s moments and print them instantly. But that’s not all – with its built-in smartphone printer, you can even upload your photos to your phone and share them with friends and family. Let’s take a closer look at this innovative device and all the ways it can bring joy to your life.


Fujifilm has revived the popularity of instant film cameras which almost disappeared due to the growth of digital and smartphone cameras. The younger generation, who are more inclined towards social media, has now taken an interest in instant film cameras. Fujifilm’s Instax Mini range is well-known for affordable and easy-to-use instant prints that provide immediate gratification to its users. The camera is ideal for events like weddings and family gatherings where instant prints are a source of joy and novelty in the digital age. The newest iteration, Instax Mini 12, has been recently launched with minor hardware tweaks and software improvements for better performance. The camera has a lighter and sleeker design, a 60mm lens, improved auto-exposure, and a new lens mechanism to turn on and off the camera. The Instax Mini 12 uses Instax Mini film and prints take 15 seconds to develop under ideal lighting conditions. In addition, users can upload their prints to the Instax Up! app, available for iOS and Android devices, for some basic color correction, crops and reflections removal, and share them on social platforms. The camera comes in pastel shades and costs €89.95 at Harvey Norman.


In conclusion, the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is not only a fun and stylish way to capture memories, but it also provides the convenience of instant prints that you can share with your friends and family right away. And with its ability to upload photos to your smartphone, you’ll never have to choose between digital and physical copies again. So, whether you’re a professional photographer or just someone who loves taking photos for the fun of it, the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is definitely worth considering. Give it a try and see for yourself just how easy and enjoyable instant photo printing can be!