Which Instax Camera Should You Buy?

Should you buy an Instax Mini or Mini Evo? Instax Square or Wide? We demystify Fujifilm’s Instax lineup to help you find the perfect instant camera (or printer).

The first Polaroid camera appeared in 1947. Ever since, the world has been fascinated by instant-print cameras. There's something magical about watching an image develop right before your eyes. Even with a smartphone camera in every pocket, the appeal of the instant print hasn't diminished.

Today, Fujifilm's Instax line of cameras and printers largely fills the instant camera niche Polaroid created. There are other options, but Fujifilm's Instax cameras and printers have provided the best image quality and most reliable results in our testing. I've been testing and using Instax printers for almost two decades and have owned all but one of these. The lineup can be confusing, but these are the best Instax cameras and ...