Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Review
Despite the prevalence of high-quality digital cameras, ranging from premium smartphone cameras to high-end mirrorless models, instant film is still quite popular. There's something magical about being able to snap a photo and hang it on the front of your fridge, or hand it off to a friend. There are plenty of instant cameras on the market, some with features aimed at photographers who crave extreme manual control. The Instax Mini 8 ($69.99) is a simple point-and-shoot model that doesn't offer bells and whistles. But it's a perfect choice for budget shoppers, and our Editors' Choice for entry-level models.
Design
The Mini 8 is a compact instant camera, measuring in at 4.7 by 4.6 by 2.7 inches (HWD) and weighing about 10.8 ounces. It features rounded edges, and is available in a variety of colors. Our review unit is finished in red—Raspberry according to Fuji—but you can also get it in Black, Blue, Grape (purple), Pink, White, and Yellow.
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The Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 is the most affordable instant camera out there, and the perfect choice for casual snappers who want to get out of the digital rut.
Fun, instant film camera; Inexpensive; Uses AA batteries; Bright optical viewfinder; Relatively affordable film; Color and black-and-white film available
Not fully automatic; No selfie mirror; Limited close focus; Awkward shutter placement; Lacks tripod socket