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Mini 7S vs Mini 8

Instax Mini 7S vs Mini 8

Introduction

We are always being asked: What are the differenences between Instax Mini 7S and the latest Mini 8? Which is better?
In this short article, we hope to clear your confusing and help you to make a decision on which is better for you.

Comparison

As many have know, Fujifilm introduced Mini 8 as a improved model over the older Mini 7S. Here we examine the main differences between the two models:

Model

Mini 7S

   

Mini 8
Year Introduced
  • September 2009
  • Still in production now
  • November 2012
Battery
  • Use 4 AA Batteries (last ~20 packs of film)
  • Use 2 AA Batteries (last ~10 packs of film)
Weight
  • Heaviest among the Mini series models
  • A little lighter due to 10% smaller in volume ratio and use lesser AA batteries
Brightness Mode Selection
  • Manual
  • Located on top of the camera just like a SLR camera
  • Manual but have light meter lamp to suggest the best mode to use
  • Have new 'Hi-key' mode to give bright and soft photo
  • Located in front of the camera close to the lens
     
Photo Quality
  • Use same mini film; same quality
  • Use same mini film; same quality
Power On/Off
  • ON: Pull out lens
  • OFF: Push back lens
  • ON: Push out lens with button
  • OFF: Push back lens
Look
  • Many designs and colours available to choose from, have rare designs that are not commonly available in local retail shops
  • Lens protruding more from the camera body than Mini 8
  • Come with 5 full body pastel colours
Neck Strap Attachment
  • Requires case/bag
  • Already have loop on camera body to hook the strap on
Operation


Both models have same operating steps
Price
  • $70+ very affordable
  • $100+ affordable
Who is it for?
  • New user who "just want to try out instant camera" with no intention to use it frequently over the long term
  • User who intend to upgrade to Mini 25/Mini 50S in the future
  • Budget conscious users
  • Give as gift with limited budget
  • New user who have no budget to get Mini 25/Mini 50S
  • Fashion conscious users who prefer the pastel colors and latest model

 

Please note both Mini 7S and Mini 8 Do NOT have automatic brightness mode selection, you will have to manually adjust the correct brightness mode for every shots (many users mistook the light meter lamp in Mini 8 as the actual brightness setting). If you are looking for automatic mode (point and shoot) you should choose either Mini 25 or Mini 50S.

Conclusion

While Mini 8 is introduced as improvement (or replacement) over the Mini 7S, the differences between the two models are not much unless you prefer to have the extra functions such as the mode suggestion lamp - experienced Instax camera user may not need it while new users can quickly get the hang of which mode to use without the help of the lamp. Users may also like the new "Hi-key" mode not found in any other models. Although Mini 7S is older model, it still remains a attractive choice due to the low cost.

 

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