$89.00
$83.95
Rankings
The Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is a pastel-colored, compact instant camera aimed at beginners and kids. It offers automatic exposure, a selfie mirror, and fast 5-second prints, but lacks advanced controls and connectivity.
The Instax Mini 12 adds a twist-to-power lens, selfie mirror and close-up mode to the familiar automatic instant-camera formula. It prints credit-card-sized photos quickly, but the plastic construction and lack of manual controls keep it in the entry-level segment.
The Instax Mini 12 in Pastel Blue offers the same automatic shooting experience as its sibling, with a twist-to-power lens, selfie mirror and close-up mode, packaged in a lightweight body. It's well-suited for beginners, but lacks manual controls and modern connectivity.
The Instax Mini 11 offers fully automatic exposure, a handy selfie mirror, and a built-in flash in a compact lilac-colored body. It's ideal for beginners and casual shooters, though it lacks manual controls and relies on disposable AA batteries.
The Instax Mini 12 is an entry-level analog instant camera focused on simplicity, featuring a twist-to-power lens, selfie mirror and fully automatic exposure. It's lightweight and cheap to operate but lacks manual controls and a robust build.
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| ↓ lower better | 306 gbest | 457 g | 453.6 g | 453.592 g | 453.6 g |
| ↓ lower better | 12.7 fbest | 12.7 fbest | 12.7 fbest | 12.7 fbest | 12.7 fbest |
| ↓ lower better | 0.004 secondsbest | 0.004 secondsbest | 0.004 secondsbest | — | 0.004 secondsbest |
| ↓ lower better | 90 seconds | 90 seconds | 5 secondsbest | 5 secondsbest | 5 secondsbest |
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Weight (g) | 306 g | 457 g | 453.6 g | 453.592 g | 453.6 g |
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Battery Type | AA alkaline | AA alkaline | AA alkaline | AA alkaline | AA Alkaline |
Print(2) | |||||
Print Size | 54x86 mm | 54x86 mm | 54x86 mm | 2x3 inches | 2x3 inches |
Print Speed (seconds) | 90 seconds | 90 seconds | 5 seconds | 5 seconds | 5 seconds |
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Shutter Speed (seconds) | 0.004 seconds | 0.004 seconds | 0.004 seconds | 1/2 sec to 1/250 sec seconds | 0.004 seconds |
Focus Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | fixed | Fixed |
Film Format | Instax Mini | Instax Mini | Instax Mini | INSTAX Mini | Instax Mini |
Flash Type | Constant firing flash | Built-in constant firing flash | Constant firing flash | built-in | Built-in |
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Number of Included Accessories (items) | 6 items | 4 items | 4 items | 4 items | 3 items |
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PCMag rates the Mini 12 5.0 stars, praising its intuitive twist-to-power design and selfie features while noting the cheap plastic build and lack of creative modes.
Users rate it highly for ease of use and cute styling, though they note viewfinder parallax, missing Bluetooth, and reliance on AA batteries as drawbacks.
“easy and fun to use.”
“more intuitive to use overall.”
“Great for kids and teens, but wish it had Bluetooth.”
Mini 12 improves ergonomics and selfie features; Mini 11 is cheaper.
Mini 12 offers refined power mechanism and improved viewfinder; Mini 11 is cheaper.
Mini 12 adds a selfie mirror and close-up framing; Mini 11 is cheaper with similar basics.
Mini 12 offers a better lens mechanism and selfie mirror; Mini 11 is cheaper
Professional reviewers praise the Mini 11 for its automatic exposure, intuitive selfie mode, and high-key portrait capability, but note the lack of manual controls, rechargeable power, and connectivity features.
Everyday users love the simplicity, selfie mirror, and cute color, while common complaints focus on flash over-exposure, short AA battery life, and the high cost of film.
Professional reviewers (PCMag Editors' Choice) commend the Mini 12 for its beginner-friendly design, intuitive twist-to-power operation, and useful selfie features, while noting the lack of manual controls and tripod mount.
Users enjoy the fun, nostalgic experience and ease of use for kids and teens, but criticize the cheap feel, occasional washed-out images, and the ongoing cost of film.
Professional reviewers praise its ergonomic twist-to-power design, selfie mirror, and reliable automatic exposure, while noting the lack of manual controls and limited battery life.
Everyday users love its ease of use and cute design, especially for children, but complain about washed-out images, short battery life, and the inability to preview shots.
Professional reviewers commend the refined ergonomics and intuitive twist-to-power operation, calling it the top choice for beginners despite its cheap plastic construction.
Everyday users love the cute design and ease of use, especially teens and kids, while noting washed-out images in bright light and the flimsy plastic body.
