Hello again. Where is everyone, busy studying? =( Well anyway, I'm here to introduce you to my most recent toy, something I got as an early Christmas present...
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| Ta da! |
For those of you who don't know, this is the "new" instant camera. Remember Polaroids? Well Fujifilm took that concept and made newer versions, including Instax 210 (takes wide polaroids), Instax Mini 7s and Instax Mini 50s (takes mini polaroids). This one I got, is (or should be) the newest release. I believe it came out in early September this year.
What's so special about it?
Well, it's black. LOL. The older ones were usually white or silver with some other colour combinations, so this was different. Also, this one has a timer, allowing you to take decent group photos. Another nice feature is the shutter speed, which adjusts according to the lighting. In other words, it can now compensate for low lighting so your shots don't look weird (err, I'm summarizing the Fujifilm site description here LOL. I only had this thing for a day, I don't know everything yet...DON'T JUDGE ME -_-).
So here's what came with it...
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| Camera, batteries, a "close up" lens. |
I haven't tried the close up lens yet. In fact, I only took one picture so far LOL. I didn't want to waste film on pictures of my cat, so I'm sort of waiting for a get together with friends to try it out with them.
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| What the camera looks like with the lens on. And a picture of Mikayla with her mommy and uncle! |
Obviously this thing is smaller than the 7s cameras. But there is a drawback to it (to me at least). Instead of using 4 AA batteries like the 7s, this uses 2 CR2 batteries. Yes it's smaller, which means lighter weight, but I already have a stack of double and triple A batteries that are rechargeable...now I need new ones x_x. Time to hunt down sales for batteries again...lol.
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| One pack of film. Costs about a dollar per polaroid lol. |
In terms of film, they have quite a large selection now. There are the classic ones like what I have above, and TONS of Disney ones! There're all kinds of pretty designs like Winnie-the-Pooh, Mickey Mouse, and also Sanrio ones like Hello Kitty :)
Of course, a downside to the patterned ones is that you can't write on it...
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| I prefer the classic ones, feel more like polaroids =). The Pooh one was taken with my friend's camera. |
Some people wonder why they sell these things when you can just print any picture of your choice from your digital camera, or even just buy a portable photo printer if you crave that "instant" feeling. It's cheaper!
Well, it's really not the same. These fujifilm cameras feel more nostalgic. It's so retro =D. Taking out your portable printer doesn't have the same effect, trust me.
By the way, I bought my camera from Pacific Mall, BlueWave (I think that's the name). You can also find it on eBay or
here.
Let's hope Pearlie will post something soon =)
---San.
17 comments:
I recently purchased one and I`m waiting for it to arrive from the States. I wandered around a bit in your blog and I was surprised to find you guys actually live close by. I live in downtown Toronto. Your to-do list is so cool~ Great way to keep your friendship fresh and vivid. I`ll come back sometime to read your blog. Good luck with the exams!
Ming
Haha, glad you enjoyed reading our to-do list. Omg, you're brave to live downtown! I can't stand it, whether it's the public transportation or driving/walking. But you do have access to all the cool stores and some of the best food places XD Great choice on buying the camera btw, I'm sure you'll love it ;) Thanks for dropping by~
San
Okay, this is good news. I'm looking to buy a Fuji Instax Mini 50s as well, preferably locally as well!
How much did you pay for yours? And were there alot available? I'm coming into town tomorrow night!
Ah, sorry I didn't see this earlier D=
Hmmmm. I believe I got mine for around $230-250, but don't quote me on that because I honestly don't remember...I lost the receipt and I didn't really pay attention when they said the price since I didn't pay for it lol. I know for sure they have it in stock though, I saw it again at Blue Wave Digital 2 days ago when I stopped by Pacific Mall. If you want, the silver/blue version (original Mini 50s) is available at the Fujifilm store around the corner (there's only one official Fujifilm store in Pacific Mall, you won't miss it) and it's most likely cheaper than $200
Hi, I want to buy this camera but does it have a self shot mirror? or something to shoot pictures of yourself:p
Hello ^^! Sorry this one doesn't have that little mirror thing for selcas....it's unfortunate, because I hoped it'd have one too =( If I remember correctly, only the Instax Mini 25 has the mirror. However, I have used my friend's Mini 7s for selcas and I took fine self shots even without the mirror thing and with little experience handling that camera.
I think the biggest problem with taking selcas with the Mini 50s would be when there are more than 3 people in the picture...that's when you start cutting off faces and what not. If you take a lot of group selca shots though, maybe the Mini 25s is better for you =)
Hope this helps!
i was wondering does the Mini 50s have the button on the side like the Mini 25 where we can take the pictures horizontally?
Yes, it does have two buttons for taking pictures vertically and horizontally =)
I have a mini 7s and the print is way off the view finder. is the 50s a point and shoot or do you have to compensate for the view finder?
No, it's not a point and shoot, just the classic viewfinder. I haven't had any problems with it being way off, though I tend to take half a step back when taking pictures with any of the Instaxs. For this one, the print turns out about 5% larger than what I see in the viewfinder, but I never have any major cut offs...maybe 1/3 of a shoulder is cut?
Hi, I'm the owner of www.myskinnyaunt.blogspot.com and I stock here mini 50s cameras at a more reasonable rate than japantrendshop! pop by if you are keen! Cheerios.
This is another site that sells it. http://www.accessoryjack.com/-strse-2270/Fuji-Instax-Mini-50S/Detail.bok
I bought one about 2 weeks ago from B&H photo for $109 (total). I just checked though and they're out of stock right now.
Can't comment on the quality because it has yet to be opened (I bought it as a gift for someone).
uniquephoto has it for 105.00 Yeah, Toronto!
HEY WHERE IS B&H PHOTO?
Cheap Instaxs at www.pattybuns.blogspot.com
Attention!! People live in GTA who wanna buy the mini 50s.
Adencamera has it for 129.99CDN.strangely enough, no films listed on the website. you can find films at blackphoto(dundas/yonge,or the one in eaton centre) or henrys(church and queen). All within walking distance.
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