Is the Instax Mini 12 worth it?

For casual prints and gifts, yes. It is cheap to buy, simple to use, and film is easy to find. Skip it if you want digital copies or good low-light photos.

What film does the Mini 12 use?

It uses Instax Mini film, 10 exposures per pack, in color or black and white. Any standard Instax Mini pack fits.

How is it different from the Mini 11?

The Mini 12 adds a selfie mirror in the lens and a close-up mode that is easier to set. The body shape is also rounder. Image quality is similar.

Does it need batteries or charging?

It runs on two AA batteries and has no USB charging. Carry spares for a long event.

Yes. Twist the lens to close-up mode and use the mirror beside the lens to line up your face.

When is the Mini 12 cheapest?

It is often discounted around holidays and back-to-school. At $79.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, it is already near the bottom of its recent range.

Where is the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera cheapest?

At eBay, for $79.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera?

7 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, University of Cincinnati Bookstore, Best Buy, Lowe's, Walmart.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera

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Our take on the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera

The Instax Mini 12 is Fujifilm's entry-level instant camera. It shoots Instax Mini film and prints each credit-card-size photo in about 90 seconds. It adds a close-up mode and a selfie mirror in the lens, and it runs on two AA batteries. At $79.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the low end of its recent range, which is where this camera usually lands on sale.