Fujifilm instax mini 40

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 is an easy to use instant film camera that does exactly what those who love this sort of camera want - point, shoot and instantly print.

The Instax Mini 40 may look great and produce reasonably good photos, but it's outpriced by the Mini 11 - which is essentially the same camera without the retro aesthetics.

The INSTAX Mini 40 brings the vintage style of Fujifilm’s higher-end instant cameras to a lower price point, making it ideal for anyone who liked the idea of the Mini 11, but didn’t get on with its cuter appearance. But be in no doubt the Mini 40 is simply a Mini 11 in a different coat, with both models sharing the exact same quality and features, which means the 40 will over-expose on bright sunny days and is most comfortable shooting people from close range. And while the new finish looks attractive, it’s shiny plastic not grippy rubber. Once you get over the fact the Mini 40 is basically a Mini 11 in hipster drag though, it remains equally fun to use. As always ask yourself if you’d exploit the extended features of the 70 or 90, whether the Square shape is more to your taste, and if you’d prefer the predictability of a printer rather than a camera. For me the sweetspot remains the more capable SQ6 camera with better features and square prints, but if you’re simply after an affordable INSTAX Mini camera with more serious looks than the 11, then the 40 could be for you.