Which is better for selfies?

The Instax Mini 12 has a selfie mirror and a close-up mode that sets focus for arm's-length shots. The Polaroid Go has a selfie mirror and a self-timer, but its fixed focus starts at about 30 cm, so framing is less forgiving.

Which is cheaper to run?

Instax Mini film is the cheaper and more widely stocked format, with 10 shots per pack. Polaroid Go film comes 16 to a pack in this bundle but costs more per print and is sold in fewer stores.

Is the Polaroid Go Gen 2 worth the extra over the Mini 12?

Yes if you want a pocketable camera, double exposure and a self-timer. No if you mainly want cheap prints and the lowest upfront price, where the Mini 12 at $79.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026 wins.

Both are simple plastic cameras with few moving parts. The Mini 12 runs on AA batteries you replace, while the Go Gen 2 uses a built-in rechargeable battery that will degrade over years of use.

Can either shoot black and white?

Yes. Both accept black and white film in their own formats: Instax Mini Monochrome and Polaroid Go black and white film.

Which is better for close-up shots?

The Instax Mini 12, because its close-up mode is designed for subjects around 30 to 50 cm away. The Polaroid Go has no close-up mode and stays fixed focus from about 1 ft.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 vs Polaroid Go Generation 2

Buy the Instax Mini 12 if you want cheap, reliable prints and the widest film and accessory selection. Buy the Polaroid Go Gen 2 bundle if you want the smallest instant camera, double exposure, a self-timer and 16 shots in the box. On price, the Mini 12 is $79.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, while the Go Gen 2 bundle is a larger outlay that includes two packs of film.

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