2022 BEST Portable Photo Printer 💜 Instax Mini Evo & Mini Link, KODAK Mini Shot 3 & CANON IVY

[@aleenask]

The Instax gives the printed picture a very vintage look, the kodak gives them a more realistic vibe while the canon ivy printer makes the printed pictures appear from the dark-academia aesthetic colour palette ✨ thank you, helps a lot in deciding which to buy with this side by side comparison

[@MikeMikeYT]

I want to go for the Kodak but it seems to be the only one so heavily cropped. I’m not sure.

[@ceciliavaldez7804]

@@MikeMikeYT I had bought the kodak one and it barely worked most of the time, the app for it was really bad, and so I had it returned so I wouldn't recommend it

[@MikeMikeYT]

@@ceciliavaldez7804 thanks! I ended up getting a Liene 4x6 printer.

[@esbinineteenatincassie3112]

@@MikeMikeYT update pls

[@havee_]

Are they actually good, how many pictures can u take with it, cause im planning to buy one

[@Andrew-vr5md]

Thank you for the awesome review! I'm definitely with the Kodak. Biggest reason is due to the photo price. Instax film costs $1 per photo and Kodak is about 30 cents ($0.3). I do agree the Instax gives a more vintage look, but in my opinion, photo quality and price per photo is the biggest factor in choosing a photo printer & polaroid camera. Thus, I'm sticking with Kodak.

[@kacydeyoe9764]

I agree completely

[@eksanyang7254]

Thank you so much, since canon product is zero ink, does Kodak or instax require extra ink?

[@felix_quintana]

Plus the size factor.

[@patpat5557]

@@eksanyang7254 its already a set. With cartridge and paper.

[@justenn9949]

I’ve owned several instax minis and can tell you for a fact that color reproduction will vary between printers. I had a white one that printed everything very green and dull. But my blue one was warm and vibrant! So becareful. But overall I like them better cause of the quality of the film and the border makes it easier to handle. FYI the Heat transfer photos like the canon (or anything that uses zink) the photos fade really dramatically after some time. They don’t age very well. The instax film doesn’t seem to have that problem.

[@m3smeriz3]

Thanks for this!

[@Andrew-vr5md]

4PASS dye-sub (the Kodak products) also use heat transfers but it is completely different technology compared to ZINK. 4PASS technology has a lamination process and apparently the photos will last 100 years and it is also water resistant.

[@VideonMedia]

Exactly!

[@kexandramae3326]

Does kodak photos lasts too?

[@justenn9949]

@@kexandramae3326 yes kodak is better than any of the zink printers. I think the Kodak's print has a little bit better resolution and more realistic image. BUT the printer takes longer to print, and have to say the paper/printer quality of the kodak's are not as robust. Two reasons: 1) Lots of bad reviews on the kodak printers breaking. 2) No borders and thinner paper make the prints less easy to handle without damage/wear.

[@makarennapizarro7300]

I also have several cameras and printers and the kodak is my favorite in terms of quality of the print. Instax has that vintage feeling and is nice a decoration in my wall. For journaling I choose the zynk paper. I use it for travel journals since 2017 and the prints are still the same, no fading if not exposed to the sun. So it all depends on the purpose 😊

[@freedom55or95]

Good to know the pics don't fade - thx for sharing that!

[@subtlemind5006]

Does kodak printer have cartridge problem ?

[@mmmhendriksen]

What printer do you use?

[@SuperMario9080]

This video review caught my attention from beginning to end and I really enjoyed the comfy vibe. I also didn't expect for there to be a water test which is something I think many reviewers overlook for the durability of a photo. At the time of this post, I have a Canon Ivy printer and seeing that made me want to switch immediately haha. Thank you for your time making and sharing this!

[@sassyinkorea]

Great to hear! thank you so much😊😊

[@ruurtjef]

I watched the video a year ago and chose the Canon printer. Now I want something cheaper and might take the Kodak printer. This video is really helpful, thank you again! 🥰

[@blacksheep7576]

Very helpful. I was looking at Fujifilm printer to match the brand of camera I use, and it looks great for the retro feel, but for my purpose, the edge less sticker sheets will be ideal so Canon it is 👍 (I didn’t even realize inkless color prints were even an option)

[@luh_dias23]

You know what? The water on the Canon printed photo got some artistic touches, I think! Such a good a idea make it on purpose, just to experiment creative ways to present a photo!

[@rncine]

I was thinking the same thing, loved the colors of the Canon after the water spill 😍

[@ImmiGaru96MuraSaki]

Thank you for the review! I never realized there were so many options. I was initially thinking of investing on an instant camera (Fujifilm) but I found the prints so expensive. And then I watched the video to find that I can take pictures on my phone and then print them (which I thought wasn't a thing before)! Now I can even print old pictures on my phone!! Really helps to me make my scrap booking experience waaaay better (when I get started).

[@GarMkrtchyan]

one very good job you've done. Instead of just reading the specs like others, you have showed printers in real-world situation. Thank you!

[@ALAHOME]

This is so far the best printer review for those printers. Love the water testing part. Thank you and subscribed.

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks

[@michellew8922]

Thanks for showing the difference! I already have a couple of the instax cameras myself, but have been looking at others, because I love the print features! I am so happy you showed the difference! I want the canon with sticker ones for journaling, but think I’ll also got with the Kodak mini shot 3 for size and quality. Love that my instax film is waterproof though! I found that out the hard way, before I had a separate printer. Lmao. This was so helpful though! Thank you!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks! Glad my video is helpful 😊😊

[@krystinekitkat826]

Great review!! honestly, they all have their own pros n cons. This really helped me decide which one to invest on, but I’ll be happy to own any of them they all preform beautifully. Thank you so much!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks! Yes, and because each brand uses different printing technology they are good in their own unique way.

[@MatheusPratta]

Instax Mini Link owner here, I love that printer but sometimes I wish it had a bit more of resolution in the prints. Not in the sense they aren't sharp, but I've noticed a few prints feel a bit "pixelated" sometimes, specially when there's stuff such as wires or thin lines in the photos. Not sure how it compares on the Evo, but something to keep eyes open for. The Kodak one works the same way their larger instant printers work, same ink style too. It's quite good, we had one of those printers in a lab I worked on in the past and the prints were amazing, almost on par with real (chemical-based) prints.

[@sevenseas4520]

The water damage Canon one looked cool after you wiped it! I actually love the look

[@Mswat30]

The way you have maintained ur journal is so inspiring …. This could be a pick me up when I want to see some good memories and feel good … will make one for myself for sure.

[@karamuenster]

Wow! The black kodak looks amazing, the style of the printer is the best !👍🏻🤩🖤

[@sassyinkorea]

thanks 💜

[@NOh0810]

Thank you for such a thorough review! It's definitely helping me decide on which printer to buy. I like that you included a water test, too! The comments are really helpful too lol. Thanks again!

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@meghan9436]

Thank you for this review of the portable photo printers. I've had my eye on one for a couple of years now.

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks 😊

[@Jhud69]

I found that some printers are able to print without using the app and you can just use the "print" function on iPhone with them, doesn't always work but sometimes it does. Also, a lot of times people sell these printers for dirt cheap in pawn shops, since a lot of people use them only once or they were a gift - a good way to save on them! My favorite is the Kodak printer though unfortunately while their photo cartridges are cheap they sometimes phase the old types out, which sucks. I had to get a newer model once because in my break between using it they stopped selling the film for these.

[@homie19jc10]

ive been really thinking for a long time what portable photo printer to buy and with all the good reciew videos like yours somewhat helps me narrow my choices. thanks!

[@peach_tea0]

This was an amazing video that helped me to choose a photo printer to purchase! I had no photo printer experience so I had no idea what was the best value and the best looking printer, and there were so many different printing types! But after watching your video I ultimately decided on the Kodak Mini 3 Retro. Just made my first print today, and it was gorgeous! Exactly what I was hoping for. Thank you for helping my photo printer shopping experience be so smooth, and just for the calm and straightforward vibe of this video! Definitely will recommend for anyone looking for a photo printer 😁

[@solidadrodriguez208]

Hi just wondering if one kodak app allows multiple kodak printer connectivity and printing? Thanks

[@peach_tea0]

@@solidadrodriguez208 Do you mean if all the printers work with the same app or if you can connect multiple printers to one app?

[@Narutosuperduperfan]

Hello! I have a polaroid Hi Print that uses almost the exact same cartridge as the two Kodaks (just smaller in size) and I might surprise you here by telling you they're stickers as well! (Verified by checking reviews of the Kodaks too :)) Instead of taking the border off (or leaving it on) to keep it like a regular picture, you can bend that perforated piece and get the picture off of it's backing, it's incredible for journaling! The picture used as a sticker should be thinner than the zink paper (also once had the Canon Ivy), so less bulk too! Thank you so much for the detailed video! I like the size of the Kodak better so I hope to get it in the future

[@sassyinkorea]

I don't think Kodak is a sticker type'

[@sd0088]

Is your Polaroid deal with water?

[@Nahir.merche]

La canon ivy después del agua con esos colores sobre la foto se ve espectacular y diferente. Me gusta!! Yo la pegaría en mi maleta, por cada lugar que visite hasta llenarla 👍🏼

[@sadatsultan]

i love you! thanks for doing this- you literally made a video for EXACTLY what i was looking for

[@nansie]

Great review! I went with the Instax. Never thought about a water test!

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ChocolateGirl-vd5ed]

Just got mini link 2 and very happy with my purchase 🎉

[@Hiya.b_06]

Other than Canon, I like other better😊 and your journal are so cute..❤️💕

[@sassyinkorea]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@tyler0625]

Thanks for your comparison, it's very helpful !! I like the Instax Mini Evo's color and the device appearance looks really awesome ~~

[@saifuddinlucman609]

Thank you for this comparison review. I've finally decided to purchase the instax mini Evo because I find it the most convenient and useful.

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@chandreshsharma283]

Such cool printers💜💜 I loved how you have stored those pictures. Such precious memories 💜💜

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks 🥰

[@daughter_avantgarde]

Such a thorough and great review. Thanks so much! Kodak it is!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks for watching!

[@andronicushamburg1767]

Vielen Dank für die kurze Vorstellung der Printer und den kleinen Test mit dem Wasser. 👍🏾

[@harvestheverest]

I've been interested in film cameras for a while, but it's pretty intimidating to start it. The cost of film rolls, washing process, don't really know if the results will be good or not. The cost of washing film rolls is also pretty pricey in my country. This seems like a good alternative to start.

[@Elijah-pf9gi]

You're so right! It was intimidating for me too... so i've just been looking at instant film products

[@universalorlandochica]

Thank you. I had already chosen the yellow Kodak now I know I have chosen well. 😊

[@Qakee]

I was planning on getting that one for my girlfriend so we can put out memories in a book but I’m trying to figure out how it works. Is there a way to refill it and if so how?

[@lisacaldwell3460]

That’s the info I’ve been searching for, thanks!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks. Glad it was helpful for you 😊😊

[@scrappinfrine]

Thank you for simple, explicit details on each one of them. Love your video and it helps so much on my decision. 🥰🙏🏼

[@Jordan_Ryan]

Hi! I have the Kodak printer and I’d just like to warn that it’s incredibly hard to find the cartridges for it now, so for that reason, as much as I love my printer, I wouldn’t recommend it.

[@jaimealves1955]

Thank you for the warning! 👍👌

[@cuve_ae]

Just ordered the mini 3 retro with 4 total cartridges & plenty of more in stock!

[@ra.raystudio]

what a nice video! I don't know that instax mini link and instax mini evo can produce different vibe, I thought since they're from the same brand (like Kodak mini 3 retro and mini shot 3) they wouldn't be this much different. the canon ivy one looks practical for crafty people, and a good collection to have. by far I love the kodak ones the most, the photo quality looks very good and the color looks vibrant. it's a shame the hybrid tipe wasn't as good as instax mini evo. thanks for making this video, hope you and your family always have a good day!

[@eyeofventure]

Nice review my dear. I’m going to purchase one of these for my next upcoming trip to the Philippines.❤

[@heyjude9895_]

The Jungkook pic caught me so off guard LOL!! whenever I see my boys in places that I’m NOT expecting them it always feels like my worlds are colliding 😂 I just bought myself the mini evo for Christmas and my sister the instax square link so I’m excited to start using them! Definitely gonna look into the canon ivy tho I love the idea of stickers

[@sassyinkorea]

Oh wow, we share the same love for them! 💜💜💜 i guess the last photo printed on your instax says a lot about you! Lol 😁😁💖

[@emiliadado1588]

Very important that the picture will last, i take pictures for memories. Good thing liplay can let you edit the picture and instax films are awesome!!!

[@mimimormor]

I bought the Instax Mini Link last month and I'm still learning how much editing (exposure, contrast, sharpening, etc) is needed before printing. Seeing that the quality is much better printing through the Instax camera is making me regret a little... But I'll learn the tricks soon! Also loved seeing JK as your print history on the Instax Mini Link. 💜 I'm glad I didn't get the Canon one... Although it would be fun to print photos as stickers! Hopefully, there will be improved techniques to prevent that kind of damage with water.

[@thegreyskymorning]

I have one too and generally I follow this workflow: in the app, increase contrast and saturation a bit and reduce brightness to minimize overexposure. Don't use the filter function in the app as it will pixelate the image. If the image has a lot of dark shadows, do a quick edit in the normal gallery/photos app first by lifting the black/shadows level. This always get me a balanced result. It still has that classic instax vintage look but not too overexposed and the colours come out vibrant.

[@junnypiggy]

Thanks I ended up getting instax mini link 2 to print some photos for a birthday surprise, given I have previously used instax mini 11 camera it uses the same type of film. I really like it! If I had longer time to pick might have gotten the mini EVO

[@BillLowenburg]

Thank you! This is very helpful. A very complete and well-done comparison!👍✌️🍎

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!😊😊

[@user-hv1mk1wx9i]

Now this is a good review video on KZbin!! I love that you compare them all, I love the water test wouldn’t have even thought about doing that! Would you be able to share a link to the Kodak mini 3 printer, I love the exact one you have with the white and black checkers on it! ❤

[@owlsgrace]

oooooh, this is a great review! thank youuuuuu!! getting my hands on the mini Evo now because of this video 🤍🙌🏼

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks for watching 😊👍 you picked the best camera. That's my favorite from all the printer shown in the video 😊😊

[@daaallan]

Este es el vídeo que necesitaba!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@yzonafurgaldo54]

Glad I came across your video. I was having a hard time deciding between link and mini evo due to the price difference. My decision is final now. Im going with mini evo. Thank you 🫶🏻

[@Coby2525]

Thank you for this great comparison but i have a question, which is the best printer that the picture will last longer?

[@WldOneFrvr]

I'm sad about the ivy's water test, but when taking into account the dye-based crystal paper and the sticky back, I'm not surprised it didn't pass the water test?

[@hebahamza9916]

Thank you for being very thorough with your review. Appreciate the effort.

[@juandavidburbano3386]

So useful! Thanks for your video. I’ll definatly go for Instax. I love the vintage style. Greetings from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@caseyjrthehybridengine3444]

I like the Kodak Printer Mini 3 Plus Retro

[@LightMaxYT]

I bought the Kodak Mini Shot 3 at Artbox to keep memories from my exchange semester in Korea. I’m really happy with that. Thank you for your video, I’m glad to see that Kodak pictures do resist to water. Also, the cost by photo is the cheapest, and it makes me not think twice when I want to print pictures. This is important to me, because I don’t want my memories be limited

[@ligli500]

Artbox sells mini printers?? I thought they were the Dollar store of Korea! (I've been doing research since I'm headed to Seoul in a week 😂 But if it's cheaper to just get it there, then maybe I'll hold off on buying one from Amazon...)

[@maxtheice2891]

This comparison video is soii well put together. I j ow this is jusy a comment and cannot do more, but simoly well done!! You really help people with this video

[@sassyinkorea]

thanks

[@evae.9111]

Awesome review!!! Traveling to Europe and want to Journal. Kodak mini shot 3

[@vafbs_]

I love your review!!! More like this please!

[@SimplisticallyDigital]

Very good review! I have the Instax and I love it!

[@adventureswithbluestar]

Thank you for this amazing review of the products, I greatly appreciate it all the way from Toronto, Canada!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thank you 😊💜

[@andrewfool1561]

Tnks is a really Perfect video for who is minding to but a portable primter. Tnks very accurate

[@sassyinkorea]

glad my video is helpful

[@davidgocman73]

It was very useful video for me. Thanks for your work👍🏻

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@christinabravo3999]

Great video. Super helpful. Before watching this I only wanted to buy a new instant camera. Only just made me want more then one instant camera/printer LOL 😆

[@malikasampson7673]

Thank you for this review. I appreciate you💙. Now makes it easier for me to choose 😁

[@lily_drawsart1338]

I will go with the canon ivy since am an artist. I specifically chose it because of the sticker back

[@brittney749]

Did you buy the Kodak mini shot 3 with that checkerboard pattern or did you add a sticker to make it look like that?

[@sassyinkorea]

It's the black & white kodak, i just decorated it with stickers

[@nitibhatwal715]

Thank you for this awesome review video. It’s perfect and to the point.

[@lolassyla]

Such a thoughtful and great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@missmayflower]

Wow. Such an amazing, thorough review. Thank you.

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad you liked it! thanks

[@NgoXStudio]

Great video, clear and comprehensive comparisons across different instant film cameras. Very informative. Thanks!

[@sassyinkorea]

Much appreciated!

[@rosechoso]

this just convinced me to not purchase the canon ivy.. might go for the kodak mini thanks so much for the video!

[@depikkagunti]

It was really helpful. Thank you so much for this video 🎥👏😍🤝

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad my video is helpful to you 😊😊

[@pratyush997]

Thanks for such a detailed review!

[@TheJMan1K]

Do all kodaks chop the image on the top and bottom? I like the price per picture the Kodak has but prefer the dimensions of the evo.

[@sassyinkorea]

If you want the dimensions like the mini evo on kodak, you can get the kodak mini 2. they are same size. Mine is kodak mini 3 the size is square.

[@Lazywerteflow]

Thank you so much for the video, it help alot!

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it helped!

[@jj2024-themorethemerrier]

Thanks so much - this was super helpful.

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad my video is helpful 😊

[@MisterBPhoto]

So helpful, thanks for the reviews!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks 😊

[@AmochaSagolsem]

Enjoying the music. 😁

[@withmaithili]

this is so helpful…thank you

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bugs8779]

Last one was perfect

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks

[@beluckylotto1932]

Awesome comparison video! Thanks for sharing😁👍

[@essjayem6498]

I wonder if you can apply a fixative on top of the one that ran when wet? This video was excellent. Soothing music though...fell asleep twice watching and had to rewind.

[@hanireni3930]

This is a very good review. Thank you!

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thesmithfamilyschoolhouse6566]

Thank you so much for this video! It is super helpful! Does the Kodak app allow you to make the prints look like a Polaroid too? It seems the best over all value. My second Canon SELPHY has quit on me, so I want to invest in something different this time.

[@angiepotato9017]

I like kodak printed quality but it doesnt give the vibes of instax.. im not sure the right term..like a normal picture but for fujifilm mini evo it's really good. I like it, i might prefer this one (: thanks for the review

[@drellen557]

Doesn't it make a difference if you put the photos in the dark while they're developing?? From what i understand, they're super light-sensitive (at least the instax). Won't the quality be better if it's in the dark?? Pls tell me if i'm wrong or right

[@lucyheartfillia1451]

Not going to lie 12:21 looks sick lmao it would go hard as an album cover lmao

[@ricardobriceno5614]

You didn't mention the Kodak cuts the image top and bottom making it zoomed

[@kusabi]

Very nice review. Thank you !

[@Shadowthevampire]

Does any of those have adhisive paper so you can turn your photos into stickers?

[@Calayna1]

Thank you so much for this video!!!

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@Melissadacruzz]

Thanks, I was gonna get the Canon but may go with the kodak retro!!

[@caramelo212]

This was amazing and informative thank you!

[@sassyinkorea]

Glad it was helpful!

[@FamiliaRamos08]

How did you do the top border of the Kodak Mini Shot 3?

[@raulacosta6020]

What compared with the polaroid printer? That printer doesn't competes with these printers in the video?

[@claraaclr1714]

Hi, where did you buy the album for Photos coming from Kodak printer ? I couldn’t find one.. If you have the link, i would love to have it😁 Thanks for your video

[@sassyinkorea]

I bought the album from Muji Store. I think it’s a japanese store, i don’t have a link because i got it offline store.

[@royalfutura]

Can you recommend the best pens for writing on the photos without smearing? Thank you for the wonderful video.

[@kerenlumley1558]

Where did you find the checkered kodak mini 3? I love it!!

[@kathue194]

13:09 really is a cutie! Thank you for the informative video 😊

[@sassyinkorea]

Thanks😊

[@creativegirl9710]

Great video. Well that was so interesting. Now why do I need one? Hmmm...