Instax Mini 12 is the best instant camera out there

The only thing I don’t particularly like about the Instax 12 is the looks. The body is in the same vein as the Mini 11, with a sort of Bob Ross, fluffy cloud vibe for both the shape and the range of available colors. It’s fun and interesting and I can see why Fuji would use it – turning your camera into a friendly, friendly being. He shouts It’s easy and fun! For those like me, who want something more, well, camera-like, there’s always one instax mini 40. Or if you feel like showing off, the Mini 90. See our Guide for instant cameras for more.

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To go along with the Mini 12, Fujifilm has released a new free app called Instax Up. The main function is that it will “scan” (image) your Instax prints, allowing you to store and share them online. If you have photos in any other Instax apps, you can import them into Instax Up so everything is in one place.

Once you have a photo in the app, you can edit it with a few simple controls, add notes, and even geotag it using a map. If you collect a large collection of scans, you can filter and search by type of Instax movie, scan date, or any tags you’ve added. You can also share the image with any other app on your phone.

So yes, you can now post Instax selfies on Instagram. So much for the tangible. Got it, got it. I’m old and rough. No doubt Fujifilm has a load of market research to prove the cleverness of this move. Personally, I deleted the app once I proved to myself that it worked as advertised.

In my world, Instax prints are something you stick to the wall with tape. And they stay there until the sun bleaches those moments back to nothing, leaving only the cold darkness of the night and those moments we’ve etched into our minds. Whatever the case, the Mini 12 is the cheapest and easiest way to get into the world of Instax and remains my top pick for anyone who wants a super simple, affordable, and incredibly fun instant camera.