We Tried Every INSTANT CAMERA for 30 Days Here's What Happened

[@TonyAndChelsea]

INSTAX MINI FILM: SDP.io/MINIFILM Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Camera: SDP.io/MINI12 ($80) Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 Camera: SDP.io/MINI40 ($100) Fujifilm Instax Mini 99 Camera: SDP.io/MINI99 ($200) Lomo'Instant Automat Camera: SDP.io/AUTOMAT ($160) INSTAX SQUARE FILM: SDP.io/SQFILM Fujifilm Instax SQ1 Camera: SDP.io/SQ1 ($140) Lomo'Instant Square Camera: SDP.io/SQUARE ($150) INSTAX WIDE FILM: SDP.io/WIDEFILM Fujifilm Instax Wide 400 Camera: SDP.io/WIDE400 ($150) Lomo'Instant Square Camera: SDP.io/LOMOWIDE ($200) NOTE: We do not reivew the "Hybrid" instant cameras. These do not use film; they are digital cameras with built-in printers. We have tested them and the image quality sucks.

[@25Dzone]

They stopped selling it but the Fujifilm Instax SQ6 is my favourite - you can still find it on places like Amazon. It's the SQ1 with more features, more control, ability to do a timer, turn off flash, double exposure and all sorts. It's the perfect Instant Camera - don't know why they stopped selling it.

[@lexfrancis5916]

Really wanted to get the sq6 for my niece but it's so expensive now that it's discontinued. Had to settle for the sq1

[@petercharles6652]

I was very insterested in buying one of these SQ6s after reading your comment, but according to very many reviews (and probably why they were discontinued...), they are highly unreliable.

[@Iruinyourkdr]

How in the world did you not review the insta mini evo in this video? Having the lcd on the back and choice to print which one you want seems like the ultimate pick.

[@MariusLucianNEAG]

I opened the comments just to ask for this. The INSTAX mini Evo is technically a hibryd camera. It takes digital photos (2 megapixels) and prints them like a instant camera. So it's more like 2-in-1 (digital camera + printer). Looking at the photos presented in the video, I think the EVO handles the exposure better, it doesn't look goofy and has many advantages over the regular instant cameras. I like the fact that you can backup the digital version of you photos, or that you can use it as a printer to print photos taken with a phone. I'm surprised it's not even mentioned in this video.

[@DissonusWren]

I'm assuming it's because the evo is a digital camera, not a film camera like all these ones here

[@duncanwallace7760]

No mention of lack of two card slots..... biased?

[@hammarbytp]

no Fujifilm Evo Mini? Combining digital storage and printing saves a lot of money. I have quite enjoyed using mines at weddings etc, but has now been stolen by my daughter at uni

[@petercharles6652]

May I suggest you guys also test and find the best portable instant film/instant printers. I have the Fuji Instax wide printer myself...

[@petercharles6652]

Yes, test the wide, mini, and SQ printers please...

[@caballeroPL]

I recently swapped my Polaroid for an Instax square and I'm so much happier with it. The results are much better and the film is cheaper. What I like about the Polaroid is the size of the photo. It's a bit larger than instax square, but quality wise the Fuji wins.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Yeah totally! I wish Instax could make the same size as Polaroid, but I'm sure it's a patent thing.

[@caballeroPL]

@@TonyAndChelsea I think you're right about the patent thing. Funny thing is, the instax wide is almost the same size as the polaroid (including the white border), but with the thick border on the long edge and not the short one.

[@valyxevanylla]

@@caballeroPL I'm surprised that sizes could be patented

[@GoThaliaGoThaliaGo]

Thanks for saying this I haven’t even watched the video yet and might not have to go further I’m new to instant cameras and want to make a good decision. I was at a fair as saw a guy with. Fuji wide as was like ooooh and here I am looking to buy a camera

[@MikeyCh09]

The Leica Sofort 2 is my pick, the ability to pick which ones to print or not offsets the increase in cost over time.

[@fiddlestix26]

I’m 0:50 seconds in and this is by far the most helpful review I’ve seen. Just perfection

[@mikeinmontana8875]

Really appreciate this you guys 👌. Our granddaughter loves taking pictures. We need to get in gear! Merry Christmas and all the very best to you and yours! Me and Kathy. Still in the sticks. ❤ by the way Fuji...................

[@ytthrowaway4584]

Sorry but I’ve taken some great photos with my Polaroid cameras. You guys aren’t using enough light, it needs lots more than Fuji as the ISO is lower. Maybe you should’ve put up the exposure compensation too.

[@ochjoo77]

Perfect timing, kid just asked for one for xmas

[@kamisorix5072]

i wish Fuji would make a wide hybrid. i love the Evo/Sofort 2

[@BradlySchlenker]

I would've liked to see your opinions on the Mint Instax cameras. I have the TL70+ and while it is wildly expensive for an Instax camera - it really is quite the head turner! The way it prints out the film seems like magic to people when it first happens too cause it's not obvious as to where the film is gonna come out. I think it being a twin lens reflex makes it a really fun experience too. It reignited interest in photography for me over this summer when I felt I had lost all interest. It isn't a run and go type of camera though - each shot really requires some fine tuning. Which I think adds to the experience but can make it not as fun for people who want run n gun party photos.

[@ChristopherMarshburn]

First camera I ever experienced as a child was a one with a fold out bellows like that instant camera. My dad got it when he served in Japan during the Korean War.

[@raulcruz9714]

Hybrid Evo mini is the way to go. Best of both worlds with a mini sd card. Don’t need to worry about burning film and lets you print the photos you want. And usb c charging, Bluetooth, all for the same price of the 99

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I mention this in the description, but we don't include "hybrid" instant cameras because they're digital cameras with a built-in printer and we found the image quality to be pretty bad (compared to the film)... they just don't capture the same magic as proper instant film cameras.

[@raulcruz9714]

@@TonyAndChelsea Totally jumped the gun there and came at you with pitch forks in hand! Haven't noticed a difference between the new limited edition evo and the mini 11. Thanks for everything you both do. I've learned so much from both of you throughout the years. Have a safe and happy holiday!

[@Mike0193Azul]

I wish instax wide cameras had pro/prosumers models. Mint and Lomography make a couple but have major pros & cons

[@alejandron3159]

Idk this video kinda let down. Theres so many more cameras that i feel are better options and worst options not mentioned

[@BonitaUzABum]

Like what? Why don’t you mention them then instead of just saying it?

[@lisasullivan5508]

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 is really good. Bought this for my gf as a Christmas gift. Her LOVES it

[@odukar2315]

I own a LEICA SOFORT with mini format film. The camera works fine and looks not goofy However I use it only for fun. The quality of images is ok, but not overwhelming.

[@ADivaForLife]

Good video ❤ just in time for Christmas 🎄

[@matt30125]

Y’all missed the mini evo

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I mention this in the description, but we don't include "hybrid" instant cameras because they're digital cameras with a built-in printer and we found the image quality to be pretty bad... they just don't capture the same magic as proper instant film cameras.

[@mgscheue]

You missed the Lomo Diana Instant Square, which I have and is wonderfully weird.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Oh yeah you're right! For some reason I thought it was discontinued.

[@4EPB]

I have a Kodak Printomatic, the photo quality is average but it fits in my pocket and looks nice.

[@Gregs_Camera]

Was wondering if any of these had photo storage or the ability to post to instagram, etc. Great video!

[@ytthrowaway4584]

You’re having a laugh right?

[@MasticinaAkicta]

A fun system Fujifilm Instax. You can't really go wrong. Don't expect wonders, but just fun happy shots. And the colors of the film are really nice. I did buy myself a Instax Printer, sure it is only the Mini one... so easy to take with you. And with the app I can print some nice images. I put some images I shot with my GOOD CAMERAS on my tablet, then printed it out on the Instax Printer and, it does retains as much color and details as you can hope for.

[@Tatiacha]

my brother's first polaroid in the 60s had bellows, the film came in a strip that was perforated, so you tore off the pic you took and then you had to pull off a paper from the photo after however long it was developing

[@matamoski]

No instax evo in the US???

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I mention this in the description, but we don't include "hybrid" instant cameras because they're digital cameras with a built-in printer and we found the image quality to be pretty bad... they just don't capture the same magic as proper instant film cameras.

[@jwbarsby]

You are missing the best 2. The Instax Mini 70 and the SQ6 (which also have more control over flash etc and look better than most of these).

[@andycooper4485]

Fun review. Thanks. I'd look like a right plonker with half of them but my daughter would love them 😊

[@dj_laundry_list]

I like that people don't take it so seriously as to even flip the bird in both hands

[@gordon3988]

Thanks for this guys…always enjoy, but why not simply get a small instant printer in lieu and use your phone? Thoughts on the best instant printer?

[@JayJay70s]

Very useful video! Thanks! That said, I wish you would have mentioned which films you used (there are seveal options for Polaroid). :)

[@nicogees]

well, there are some great cams missing. And for me, a refurbished sx-70 maybe with the ultrasonic af is still a great choice. :D

[@jonathancaballeros3408]

Even a Sun would've been great.

[@jasmachugh4222]

I have a refurbished 600-converted SX70

[@nevakee716]

Can you compare to phone, plus mini printer combo?

[@cadetstm]

go to a car show or a car meetup with one of these and everybody will love you

[@SebastianChavezBowtied]

Issues with the polaroid cameras were simply skill issues

[@TonyAndChelsea]

Oh please.

[@ytthrowaway4584]

@@TonyAndChelseaNo it really was. Good to see the defensive attitude when criticised when doing something wrong.

[@johnjoxx]

Useful AF!

[@eprohoda]

Tony~ Wow! you did good channel! 🤞

[@adama1294]

The instant digital camera/ printers would be good.

[@TonyAndChelsea]

I mention this in the description, but we don't include "hybrid" instant cameras because they're digital cameras with a built-in printer and we found the image quality to be pretty bad... they just don't capture the same magic as proper instant film cameras.

[@JonathanMallett]

Honourable mention for the instax mini evo. It's not exactly instant as you pick which ones you want to print, but also operates as a phone printer. Doesn't the Lomo square still come with an adapter to shoot mini film?

[@petercharles6652]

Here is an idea for a great instax camera. Have a sensor that first captures the image digitally, which then allows you to print as many copies - in camera- as desired via the actual camera,. Guessing Fuji could double their film sales with this kind of feature. Basically a digital camera with a built-in instax printer = the bomb!

[@DissonusWren]

check out the instax evo, it might be waht you want

[@martynko6692]

I have SQ6 and Lomo square glass, Instax on BW is superior and NO, instant photo is not about photography, with these you can forgot all about photography, its only about catch right moment, thats i love it...

[@jonathancaballeros3408]

Oh no, you got the Polaroid Now Plus. That's known to be the toughest camera for beginners to use. And it's tough to use overall, due to overexposure issues with it. The Now (non-plus) is much better, and more affordable.

[@artistjoh]

Using the iPhone HDR is really annoying to look at because it over cranks the screen brightness. It is annoying because I have to adjust the screen brightness down while looking at these kinds of videos, and then readjust back to regular brightness for the next video.

[@JerryJeweler]

How about the Leica Sofort 2 ?

[@jackakramer]

Wish I could add a photo on KZbin comments. I have a mint Polaroid 360 - the old kind with bellows and I just wish the film was readily available. When the picture comes out of the camera you need to coat it with the chemical sponge or it will fade away quickly. Not today's tech, but a beautiful "instant" camera.

[@jthom269]

These guys either screwed up the polaroid film or had a bad pack of film. You can get amazing and artistic shots with Polaroid, and they only showed 1 camera of the 4 options Polaroid has.

[@cornwallonline]

Clipping audio? Really?

[@RealTechnoPanda]

Tony and Audio don't like each other 😂

[@cornwallonline]

@@RealTechnoPanda perhaps Chelsea could write a book on how to record audio using 32 bit float? (and how to adjust levels in post production) 🤣

[@Lucenafoto]

nooooo... where is the Mint instantflex?

[@germansaez]

"Polaroid sucks" and proceeds to show the worst photos clearly taken bad on purpose and move on. Sorry, but this looks like a Fuji ad. Pathetic.

[@jwbarsby]

I’ve got two Polaroid cameras, and they do suck compared to Fuji. It’s a shame that they weren’t able to figure out how to recreate the original formula as that was better than Instax. They should go back to the drawing board and come up with something that works faster and more consistently.

[@germansaez]

@@jwbarsby they are doing that all the time. Current film emulsion is great. A lot of people is taking amazing photos with Polaroid cameras and film. The problem is when you depend on Photoshop and digital to create a “good” image (mostly plastic and artificial like the ones they do), of course you are gonna suck taking analog photos.

[@jwbarsby]

@@germansaez Bad Polaroids aren’t the always the fault of the photographer. To get reasonably good colours you need to develop the film at exactly the right temperature. This isn’t easy when you live in the U.K. and it’s always cold. Also the requirement of keeping each image in the dark for 15 minutes negates the whole idea of it being instant photography. I can develop a roll of 35mm film faster than that lol. Another issue I’ve had is fractal patterns appearing in the corners of images, due to the chemicals not spreading correctly. Instax doesn’t have any of these issues, it just works every time, with better colour and much better contrast. Let’s face it, this isn’t some high art form (Shoot film or digital for that) Instant photography is supposed to be fun and Polaroid is just awkward to use, expensive and often gives disappointing results.

[@ytthrowaway4584]

@@germansaezExactly. I have taken some amazing photos on my I-2 and SX70. Instax lacks the charm and size.

[@joshuaa3075]

Our Daughter loves her instax mini. Expensive film

[@Geethepancake]

amazing video thanks for the recommendations. However please stop with that hdr stuff it’s kinda painful to watch

[@tstanley01]

Id rather have a point and shoot that is wirelessly connected to a battery powered di-sub printer...

[@johngross5224]

Yeah, impossible bought out the last Polaroid film factory with the caveat that they don't get to use the name or get the recipe for the film. Then I guess were aquired by "Polaroid" 🙄 who obviously didn't have the recipe to correct the film being off by six stops or the ability to terminate the chemical reaction in film. Fuji is definitely the way to go right now. The resolving power of Fuji film is undercut by all these machines though, even their own. They are fun to shoot though

[@YeahItsThatBad]

Instant cameras look good on paper, but the quality of the images that they make do not justify the high price point. You are better off using that money on 35mm film.

[@kwokycz]

Instax wide link - I print "polaroid" photos from my phone.

[@ytthrowaway4584]

No, you print Instax wides.

[@Talwyn_Wize]

What's with the audio? You guys sound a bit like being underwater. That said, thanks for sharing!

[@RealTechnoPanda]

Tony is always messing his Audio 😂

[@Tarakian1999]

Surprised at Polaroid. This is supposed to be their forte.

[@fvsch]

This was the forte of the Polaroid company that ceased production in 2008. The current user of the Polaroid brand is a new-ish company, initially named The Impossible Project. Their film is sadly not on par with pre-2008 Polaroid film.

[@JayMacroPhotos]

I use the instax printer instead so I can just use my phone.

[@KyleWilloughby-r1k]

FUN!

[@JesseRedmanBand]

I love your videos! I've viewed many over the last 7 or 8 months. Obviously I haven't come close to seeing them all. I have a suggestion, which you may have already done, but I haven't run across yet. I would like to see a video of the top five KZbin channels that each of you are subscribed to, why you like them and a brief critique of each. They don't have to be about photography. And, you might do a second one on photography channels. Your videos are always interesting and informative. Thank you for all you do!

[@phoenixr6811]

Instant camera’s are a treasure 😊

[@MoroccoGamer]

nice

[@Hotrob_J]

No NONS SL660? I thought you'd be all over that one - fully featured interchangeable lens SLR using instax square film.

[@Hotrob_J]

(I suppose if you're buying them yourself, that's a big chunk of change for one video)

[@TonyAndChelsea]

We absolutely hated it so much we didn't want to even bring it up.

[@Hotrob_J]

Oh dear, was it that bad?? It was on my Christmas list for this year (though with our dog having surgery and my car engine dying, it's not gonna happen). Good to know it's one to skip.

[@mk2k685]

instant FIRST :)

[@PostAtariGeneration]

polaroid itype is the worst, suprised because all the online reviews say it's the best quality... however, their 600 film on old polaroid 600 cameras gives pretty good results

[@germansaez]

I-Type and 600 film is exactly the same. I-Type doesn't includes battery, that is the only difference.

[@ytthrowaway4584]

OP has no idea what they are talking about.

[@bingbong4848]

Hi T&C, do these have onboard storage? Sd cards etc...

[@80-80.]

Just buy a mobile printer at a lower cost and use your smartphone. If you want a distorted ‘analog’ look, just get an app for that.

[@bingbong4848]

I think the appeal of these is more about the user experience than the end result. Or one could say that the appeal is about both the user experience AND the end result. For the subject, being photographed by something that's not a phone is also a novel experience.

[@Hotrob_J]

There's something magical about it being completely analog. I snapped a really nice candid one of the bride and groom at a wedding, and they keep it on their mantle. I like that it's almost like a physical impression of the moment - the photons that left the image on the film literally touched what was in the photo.

[@bingbong4848]

@Hotrob_J true

[@s5hanom979]

Please stop the HDR stuff, I hate it when my phone blasts that bright in darker environments and in general it looks kinda off

[@nothingtobeconcernedabout7477]

Mini Evo > 99

[@srbellem]

For everyone, who doesn’t want a goofy cam. Leica picked up the fuji instax format for a cam.

[@emilyboyle852]

You have to review the XS 70 Impossible Polaroid 600 Square Black One Step Camera, Black (PRD541) Those are the ones I use

[@003hollow]

Completely ignoring Polaroid out of the gate? What a waste of a review video!

[@TonyAndChelsea]

We didn't ignore Polaroid; we bought a camera and film and demonstrated it.

[@gamebuster800]

This is the HDRest of HDR. Although it is HDR, it looks very over-exposed a lot. It looks unnaturally bright, totally unlike other HDR content. I think with HDR, you only want to get "beyond SDR range" for naturally bright things like lights, sun or the sky. Even the cameras and white text look they're emitting light. Some scenes render highlights, even the cyan camera or light greys, like clipped whited blobs. Windows + HDR1000 display here

[@schylerlewis8467]

I wish you would have added some seriousness to your reviews. An example would have been for the wide. You say you will lose all of the lenses due to them not including a way of holding them. How do you not lose all of your lenses, filters and other accessories. Pretty lame content.

[@davetv13]

That this type of photography in the digital age is costly and you wasted a whole bunch of money for now reason to do a review that 1 in 1M viewers night actually want to follow through with and purchase new gear based on it.......

[@daconpictures]

Why would anybody spend money on a polaroid like camera to take paper pictures and do what with them??? when everybody has a phone with a very good camera that can post pictures everywhere...unless this show is to push this useless cameras and you get paid for it, in esence you are a salesman and not a content creator.

[@kbarrett1844]

Instant physical prints is a valuable thing to many.