Price facts
- Last seen at $95.00 at EssentialPhoto & Video on Nov 10.
Our take on the Fujifilm mini 12 Instant Camera
The Instax Mini 12 is Fujifilm's entry-level instant camera, built for people who want a physical print in seconds without learning settings. Twist the lens to turn it on and shoot; automatic exposure and flash handle the rest, and a Close-up mode plus a built-in selfie mirror make near shots and self-portraits easier than on earlier Mini models. It is the simplest camera in the Instax line, above the square-format Instax Square and below the hybrid digital-print models. Owners rate it highly for ease of use and fun; the usual complaints are print cost and the fixed, basic lens.
- Twist-to-turn-on operation, no menus
- Automatic exposure and flash
- Close-up mode for shots around 30–50 cm
- Built-in selfie mirror next to the lens
- Uses widely stocked Instax Mini film
- Compact and light to carry
- Film packs add up over time
- Fixed lens with no zoom or focus control
- Prints are small, credit-card size
- Flash fires automatically in most conditions
- No rechargeable battery; runs on AA batteries
Fujifilm mini 12 Instant Camera prices at every store
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$95.00Checked Nov 10
What reviewers say
- 5 / 510 ratings
Owners rate the Mini 12 very highly and describe it as the easiest Instax yet, with the twist lens and close-up mode singled out as real improvements. Complaints center on running costs and the limited control over exposure.
- Ease of usePraisedOwners say the twist lens and automatic settings make it usable by anyone in minutes.
- Close-up modePraisedReviewers find close-up and selfie shots much sharper than on earlier Mini models.
- Print qualityMixedPrints are fun and colorful, but small and sometimes dark in low light.
- Film costCriticisedOwners say the ongoing cost of film packs is the main drawback.
- BuildPraisedReviewers describe it as light, sturdy enough for bags and pockets, and easy to hold.
About the Fujifilm mini 12 Instant Camera
The Fujifilm INSTAX mini 12 is an instant camera that prints photos right after you take them. It comes in Lilac Purple and uses INSTAX mini film. Prints begin in approximately five seconds.
Operation is twist-based. Twist the lens to turn the camera on, twist again to enter Close-up mode, and twist back to turn it off. Exposure and flash are both automatic, so there are no manual settings to change.
A built-in selfie mirror helps you frame self-portraits. In Close-up mode, parallax correction adjusts the viewfinder to better align with the lens, so the photo matches what you framed.
- Color
- Lilac Purple
- Film
- INSTAX mini film
- Exposure
- Automatic
- Flash
- Automatic flash control
- Close-up mode
- Yes, with parallax correction
- Selfie mirror
- Built in
- Controls
- Twist lens to turn on, enter Close-up mode and turn off
- Print speed
- Approximately 5 seconds
Questions and answers
- How is the Mini 12 different from the Mini 11?
- The Mini 12 adds a twist-to-turn-on lens, a selfie mirror placed beside the lens instead of on the front, and a close-up mode that is easier to switch to. Exposure and flash are still automatic on both.
- What film does it use?
- It takes Fujifilm Instax Mini film, the credit-card-size format. Any Instax Mini film pack works, including the patterned and border variants.
- Can I turn the flash off?
- No. The flash is automatic and fires in most indoor and low-light situations. There is no manual flash override.
- How close can I get?
- Close-up mode is designed for shots roughly 30 to 50 cm from the subject. For anything nearer, the image will be soft.
- Does it need batteries?
- Yes, it runs on two AA batteries. It does not have a built-in rechargeable battery, so keep spares on hand for trips.
- Is it good for selfies?
- Yes. The mirror beside the lens lets you frame yourself, and close-up mode keeps your face in focus at arm's length.
- Where is the Fujifilm mini 12 Instant Camera cheapest?
- At EssentialPhoto & Video, for $95.00, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Fujifilm mini 12 Instant Camera?
- Rated 5 out of 5 from 10 ratings.
