Kodak RODOMATICBL
Score: 33/100
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera - Mint Green
Score: 71/100$90.69
Rankings
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 Kodak Printomatic is a tiny point-and-shoot camera with an integrated ZINK printer that creates 2×3" adhesive photos. It's easy to use and portable, but suffers from slow printing, lack of preview screen, and mediocre image quality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 100 shotsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 200 gbest | 453.6 g |
| ↓ lower better | 2 fbest | 12.7 f |
| ↓ lower better | — | 0.004 secondsbest |
5 MPbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 5 secondsbest |
— | 800best | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Physical Specs(1) | ||
Weight (g) | 200 g | 453.6 g |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | lithium-ion | AA alkaline |
Print(2) | ||
Print Size | 2x3 in | 54x86 mm |
Print Speed (seconds) | 45-60 seconds | 5 seconds |
Camera(3) | ||
Aperture (f) | 2 f | 12.7 f |
Focus Type | fixed | Fixed |
Flash Type | automatic | Constant firing flash |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories (items) | 0 items | 4 items |
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Reviewers describe the Printomatic as a basic, budget-friendly instant camera that delivers nostalgic fun but falls short on image and print quality, noting the missing charging cable and slow prints.
Users enjoy the simplicity and adhesive prints for parties, yet frequently complain about blurry, washed-out photos, paper jams, and the absence of a preview screen.
“Easy to use”
“Photos are blurry and dark”
“No USB cable included”
Instax Mini 12 provides true analog instant photos; Printomatic suits those preferring digital capture plus instant adhesive prints.
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.
