Lomography Lomo’Instant Wide William Klein Edition
Score: 72/100
Fujifilm INSTAX Mini LIPLAY
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Fujifilm INSTAX Mini LiPlay is a compact hybrid camera that prints Mini photos and embeds up to 10-second audio QR codes. Its plastic build and limited zoom are trade-offs for the innovative audio and fast printing capabilities. Best for casual, social-media-oriented users who value portability and novelty features.
The Lomo'Instant Wide William Klein Edition offers a large Instax Wide format with a versatile 90 mm lens and multiple creative modes. Its plastic build and limited aperture are trade-offs for the expansive format. Ideal for experimental photographers who want big prints and lens flexibility.
| Attribute | | |
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| ↓ lower better | 168 gbest | 259 g |
6.2 cmbest | 5.45 cm | |
90 mmbest | 28 mm | |
| ↓ lower better | 173 mm | 120 mmbest |
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0.004 sbest | 0 s |
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| Attribute | | |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 168 g | 259 g |
Dimensions (H × W × D) (mm) | 173 mm | 120 mm |
Camera(4) | ||
Film Format | Instax Wide | INSTAX Mini |
Print Size (cm) | 6.2 cm | 5.45 cm |
Lens Focal Length (mm) | 90 mm | 28 mm |
Shutter Speed Range (s) | 0.004 s | 0.000125 s |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Battery Type | AA | Lithium-ion |
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Professional reviewers and Lomography editors praise the William Klein edition as a versatile, studio-ready instant camera that stands out for its wide format, extensive lens attachments, and creative shooting modes. They commend its ability to deliver "twice as much fun" and "full creative control" while noting the affordable plastic build and reasonable price as additional strengths.
Everyday users celebrate the camera's ease of use and the excitement of the large Instax Wide frame, often mentioning the fun of experimenting with gels, multiple exposures, and the "go wide or go home" vibe. While specific complaints are scarce, users generally appreciate the creative freedom the kit provides.
“super easy to use with endless experimental features”
“go wide or go home”
“Hybrid design combines instant camera and built-in printer for on-the-spot photo printing.”
Professional reviewers and editors, though limited, praise the LiPlay for its innovative hybrid functionality, USB-C charging, and the novelty of audio QR codes, while noting its modest print resolution, lack of optical zoom, and the extra cost of consumables as notable drawbacks.
Everyday users enjoy the playful aspect of instant prints combined with audio snippets and the camera's compact, colorful design, but they frequently cite the recurring expense of film and memory cards and occasional variability in print quality under different conditions.
