FUJIFILM INSTAX Mini 12 Instant Camera User Manual
How to install/replace the required 2 AA batteries (2 AA batteries included)
How to insert the INSTAX MINITM instant film cartridge
How to eject the black INSTAX MINI instant film cover
How to remove the INSTAX MINI instant film cartridge
Names of Parts
- Film ejection slot
- Flashlight sensor
- AE light sensor
- Flash lamp face
- Viewfinder
- Shutter button
- Lens cover / Lens
- Selfie mirror
- Lens barrel
- Lens ring / Power
- Flash charging lamp
- strap eyelet
- Viewfinder eyepiece
- Back cover lock
- Film confirmation window
- Back cover
- Film counter
- Battery lid
Taking Pictures
Do not open the back camera cover until you have used all images in the loaded INSTAX MINI film pack. Opening the camera door will expose the remainder of the unused film pack, turning it white and rendering it no longer usable.
Once the batteries are loaded, turn on the camera by rotating the lens ring to ON.
The lens barrel extends and the flash charging lamp blinks and then lights up. (Blinking indicates that the flash is charging.)
Hold the camera,
look through the viewfinder of the camera to frame your desired composition, and press the shutter button. * The shutter button cannot be pressed while the flash is charging.
When the sound of the film being ejected stops, grasp the edge of the ejected film and take the film out.
The film counter decreases in numerical order, counting down from “10” with each photo taken. “0” will be displayed when the film is finished and after the last photo has been taken
When you have finished taking photos, turn off the camera by rotating the lens ring to OFF.
If the camera malfunctions, remove the batteries while the power is on and then reinsert them to reset the camera.
Taking a Photo in Close-Up Mode
Taking a close-up Close-Up Mode allows you to take a close-up photo of your subject.
- Turn the lens ring to the “CLOSE-UP” position and the lens barrel will pop out automatically. The viewfinder field of view switches to the close-up shooting setting.
- Hold the camera so that the O mark in the viewfinder is in the center of the subject, then press the shutter button to take a photo.
Take a picture of yourself
You can also use Close-Up Mode to take selfies. Confirm your composition using the selfie mirror at the front of the lens, then you can take a photo.
- Turn the lens ring to the “CLOSE-UP” position and the lens barrel will pop out automatically. The viewfinder field of view switches to the close-up shooting setting.
- Hold the camera securely so that your face is roughly 11.8 inches to 19.7 inches (30 cm – 50 cm) away from the end of the lens.
- Confirm the composition using the selfie mirror, then push the shutter button to take the photo.
Precautions for Taking Photos
Precautions for Holding the Camera
- Make sure that your finger or the strap does not cover the flashlight sensor, AE light sensor, flash lamp face, lens, or film ejection slot.
- Hold the camera so that the flash lamp face is at the top when taking a horizontal picture.
- Do not take photos in locations where flash photography is forbidden.
- Do not grasp the lens barrel when holding the camera. The finished photos may be adversely affected.
- Look into the viewfinder so that the mark in the viewfinder appears in the center.
- Be careful not to touch the lens when you press the shutter button.
- When taking photos in the dark, hold the camera firmly to prevent blurring, as the shutter speed may be slow.
Distances for Normal Mode and Close-Up Mode
- In normal mode, take a photo at a distance of at least 19.7 inches (0.5 m) from the subject. The effective flash range is up to approximately 7.2 ft (2.2 m).
- Use Close-Up Mode when holding the camera closer than 19.7 inches (0.5 m) from the subject. Close-Up Mode allows you to take photos at a range of 11.8 inches to 19.7 inches (30 to 50 cm) from the subject.
Flash charging lamp statuses and error solutions
| Flash charging lamp status | Description |
| Lit | Ready to take a photo. |
| Off | Camera is off. |
| Slow flashing | The flash is charging. Please wait until the charging lamp lights. |
| Repeated slow flashing and quick flashing | The battery voltage is low. |
| Quick flashing | An error has occurred. • The film is jammed. • Incorrect lens ring position. • Other error |
| Main errors | Solution |
| The battery voltage is low | Replace the batteries with new ones (alkaline batteries). |
| Film jammed | Do not pull out the film. Remove the batteries and reinsert the new alkaline batteries. It may be possible to eject the film after these steps are taken. |
| Incorrect lens ring position | Set the lens ring in the proper position. |
| Other | The camera may be malfunctioning. Remove and reinsert the batteries while the power is on. |
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
- Do not use this product and its accessories for a purpose other than taking instant photos.
- This product has been designed with safety in mind, but please read the following safety precautions carefully and then use the product correctly.
- After reading this User’s Guide, be sure to keep it in an easy-to-access place where you can refer to it whenever necessary.
WARNING
Never attempt to take this product apart. You may be injured. Do not touch this product if the inside of it becomes exposed due to dropping, etc. This product has high-voltage circuitry that may cause injury or electric shock. If you notice anything abnormal, such as the camera (batteries) becoming hot, emitting smoke, or making a burning smell, remove the batteries immediately. Fire or burns may occur (be careful not to burn yourself when removing the batteries)
Never take flash photographs of people riding bicycles, driving cars, skateboarding, riding a horse, and the like. The flash can be startling, distract, frighten animals, and otherwise cause an accident. If you drop the camera in water or if water or a piece of metal or other foreign object gets inside, remove the batteries immediately. Heat generation or fire may occur. Do not use this camera in places where there is flammable gas or near-open gasoline, benzine, paint thinner, or other unstable substances that can give off dangerous vapors. Failure to do this could result in an explosion or fire. Do not disassemble, heat the batteries, or expose the camera or batteries to a fire or an electrical short circuit. The batteries may rupture.
Handling
Handling of Camera
- The camera is a precision instrument, so do not get it wet, drop it, or subject it to shock. Also, do not place the camera where it will be exposed to sand, dirt, or dust particles.
- Do not use solvents such as thinner or alcohol to wipe off the dirt.
- Any dirt or dust in the film chamber may affect the finish of the print. Do not allow the film chamber to get dirty or dusty.
- . Do not leave the camera in a closed motor vehicle, on the beach, or in another hot or humid place for any period.
- Gas-containing moth repellent may adversely affect the camera and INSTAX instant film. Avoid keeping the camera and INSTAX instant film in a chest of drawers, etc. with mothballs.
- The operating temperature range of this camera is 41°F (+5°C) to 104°F (+40°C).
- When taking photos, please be careful not to violate the rights of others, such as copyright, image rights, and privacy, or violate public order. Any act that violates the rights of others, is contrary to public order or morals or constitutes a nuisance, may be subject to legal penalties and claims for damages.
- This camera is for general household use. It is not suitable for commercial photography and other applications where a large number of prints are needed or involved.
- Before using a commercially available strap, check the strength of the strap. Be especially careful when using a strap for mobile phones and Smartphones because such straps are made for lightweight devices.
- If you are not using your camera for a long period, unload the batteries and keep it where it will avoid heat, dust, and moisture.
Cautions During Printing
INSTAX MINI Instant Film and Photos
For details on the handling of film and photos, see the instructions written on the FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI instant film box.
- Keep the film in a cool place. In particular, do not leave a film in an extremely hot place, such as in a closed motor vehicle, for a long period.
- Do not tear, cut, or make a hole in instant film. Do not use film that is damaged.
- Use film as soon as possible after inserting it in the camera.
- If the film has been kept in a place where the temperature is extremely low or high, allow it to become accustomed to a normal temperature before taking pictures.
- Use film before the film expiration date referenced on the package.
- Avoid airport-checked luggage inspection and other strong X-ray exposure. The unused film is susceptible to the effect of fogging, etc. We recommend that you carry film onto aircraft in carry-on luggage (check with the relevant airport for more information).
- Avoid exposing your instant photos to strong light, and store them in a cool and dry place.
- Do not cut, peel apart, or puncture new or newly used instant print film. The film contains a small amount of highly caustic paste; the paste can remain active for up to 10 minutes after an instant photo is taken. Be especially careful not to let infants or pets put the film into their mouths. Paste should not come into contact with skin or clothes.
- If you accidentally touch the paste of unused INSTAX MINI instant print film, immediately wash it off with plenty of water. If the paste comes into contact with the eyes or mouth, wash the area and then seek medical attention. The alkalinity of INSTAX MINI instant print film will weaken approximately 10 minutes after the instant photo is ejected from the camera.
- Do not store instant photos in a sealed bag, as this may cause discoloration.
Cautions on Handing of Instant Film and Finished Photos
For details, see the instructions of FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI instant film
Notes on Disposing of the Camera
Proper Disposal – US, Canada, and Latin America Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product, in the manual in the warranty, and/or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the product. The recycling of materials may help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling this product, please contact your local city recycling office, your household waste disposal service, or the authorized Fujifilm dealer from which you purchased the product. For proper disposal in the United States at product end-of-life, please contact 1-800-800-3854 Option #1 INSTAX. For proper disposal in Canada at product end-of-life, please contact 1-800-461-0416. For proper disposal in Latin America at product end-of-life, please contact your local FUJIFILM distributor or dealer for disposal instructions.
Specifications
| Film used | FUJIFILM INSTAX MINI instant film (sold separately) |
| Photo Picture Size | 2.4 in. × 1.8 in. (62 mm × 46 mm) |
| Lens | 2 components, 2 elements, f = 60 mm, 1:12.7 |
| Viewfinder | Real image finder, 0.37×, with target spot Features parallax correction function for Close-Up Mode |
| Shooting Range | 11.8 in. (0.3 m) and beyond (use Close-Up Mode for 11.8 in. (0.3 m) to 19.7 in. (0.5 m) ) |
| Shutter | Programmed electronic shutter 1/2 to 1/250 sec. Slow synchro for low light |
| Exposure Control | Automatic, Lv 5.0 to 14.5 (ISO 800) |
| Film Ejection | Automatic |
| Film Developing Time | Approx. 90 seconds (varies depending on the ambient temperature) |
| Flash | Constant firing flash (automatic light adjustment), recycle time: 7 seconds or less (when using new batteries), effective flash range: 11.8 in. (0.3 m) to 7.2 ft (2.2 m) |
| Power Supply | Two AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6), capacity: approx. 10 INSTAX MINI instant film packs of 10 exposures each per set of new batteries (depends on usage conditions) * The supplied batteries are for initial use. When they run out, replace them with new ones (Two AA-size alkaline batteries LR6). * Manganese batteries cannot be used. |
| Auto Power Off Time | After 5 minutes |
| Other | Includes film counter and film pack confirmation window |
| Dimensions | 4.09 in. × 2.62 in. × 4.80 in. (104 mm × 66.6 mm × 122 mm) |
| Weight | 0.67 lbs / 306 g (without batteries and instant film loaded, and without strap attached) |
