Fujifilm Instax | Why DIGITAL Photographers Need This [Not Paid]
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- čas přidán 5. 07. 2024
- What's up gang - I believe that most digital photographers would seriously benefit from getting a Fujifilm Instax Link Wide photo printer for a bunch of different reasons.
The Fujfilm Instax is an incredible tool for helping you enjoy photography, to remind you of why you enjoy photography. I don't think there is anything else quite like it.
I'm not getting paid for anything said in this video and therefore don't have any affiliate links.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:22 Every Digital Photographer Needs this
0:47 No monetary gains
1:04 Fun Factor // Memory Creator
2:48 Digital Libraries Suck
3:17 Different to big prints
3:58 Almost too easy
4:16 Different to Film Photography
5:03 A use for landscape images
6:32 Gift of Photography
7:59 Good for my ego
8:40 Why Fujifilm Instax link Wide
Nailed it…
I’ve been borrowing the smaller version of this printer lately. I’ve only printed about 50 pics, but it’s so cool handling those tangible little things! I use the empty cartridge to hold ‘albums’ of 10 to 12 pics, sliding them out one at a time, and/or handing the whole package to the subject.
A few weeks ago I took a dozen shots of the woman who runs a nearby cafe as she made my morning tea and brought it to me. I printed them, put them back in the cartridge and left it on the table without saying anything about it. That little package now sits on the counter and she shuffles the front pic around from time to time. She loves it, and that makes it totally worth it.
That is honestly such a cool story! So dope that she loved the photos so much. I’ve never thought about sharing them in that way but that’s such a good idea.
Might have to steal that idea from you 🙌
@@JamesParsons1 The idea of using the cartridge to store the pics wasn’t mine; I saw it in a re-posted video, I think it was from Zack Arias. You just have to peel off the thin sheet of black plastic at the end of the cartridge and it becomes easy to slide the pictures back in. By applying a little pressure on the back of the cartridge it’s easy to slide them out one by one, just like dealing cards.
The idea of using the cartridge for an ‘album’ as a gift was something that came to me while loading pics back into it. I’ve put at least 12 pics into one with no problems. It’s enormously satisfying to take 20 or so shots of a friend over a coffee, let them choose their favourite 10, and then pull out the printer they weren’t expecting to see and watch their reaction as the shots slide out and develop in front of their eyes. THEN the double whammy when you tear off the black plastic strip from the supposedly wasted cartridge, collect the developed pics, slide them all into the cartridge, hand it to them and say “Here you go!”
If I’m using my iPad I’ll edit one of the shots to make a portrait pic with their face filling most of the frame, and put that in last as an album cover. It has such a cool effect…
For years I’ve been arguing in favour of bits rather than atoms (an influence from Nicholas Negroponte), but there is something wonderful about creating and giving such a tangible little gift of atoms, all made in real-time in front of their eyes. Do it James! Take a friend to a cafe, do what I described above, film it all and post it on your channel. It will be gold, I promise!
Love it man! Gonna have a think of how to do this🙌
I also have this printer and I couldn’t agree with you more on every point - there is nothing more satisfying than printing my digital work on this and either keeping it readily available for myself or gifting it to my family and friends. Best photography purchase I have ever made and it was worth every penny! Cheers and thanks as always for the amazing content 👍🏼
Yooo Thanks Marissa! I completely agree, shooting a banger a printing is soooo satisfying. Glad you are enjoying the content
Love my Instax Printer and handing someone a physical image right there on the spot is surprisingly a great way to make someone's day.
100% my dude! Changes peoples day. Got any cool stories to share about doing so?
I regret not choosing such a printer when I was looking for a solution for various tasks related to professional photography. Indeed, we see everything horizontally, which is yet another reason to take fewer vertical shots. Moreover, I realised that my camera and most cameras have a similar aspect ratio, so almost nothing will be lost when printing. I'll sell my Polaroid and definitely get this printer! In the end, it will be even cheaper, allowing me to print more photos! Man, you can send them as postcards, give them to friends, and hand them out to clients. The possibilities are endless! Thank you for this informative and inspiring video! 💖
I have the instax mini evo and the wide. Love them both. I take a lot of digital pictures which I share on social media. But there is something special about holding a tangible memory in your hand and feeling the weight of it. Watching the photo slowly appear is almost magical.
You have hit the nail on the head there! That is EXACTLY how I feel. Digital images just don't have the same feeeeeeeel to them compared to a print out them. I'm glad i'm not the only one with this perspective ahaha
You got us hyped for this printer and your stack of instax looked really good at a distance. I wished you showed your instax up close lol
Hey Dude - I'll deffo be sharing more at some point! probably should post more on IG too...
one thing i appreciate about the format: it's the largest pocket-photo format available
no other tech (zink or dye-sub) has that format, only smaller or (considerably) larger
i have been thinking for ages to get one of those printers or even the new Fuji mini Evo - but the more i look around the Wide is the better option which is more versatile and fun for those moments even if you dont do the big print having a little picture hanging around keeps the memories. keep up the great work
Exactly right Glen, I looooove the size of the wides. In my eyes they are the perfect size to be able to actually see the photos as well as store them without too much hassle! Glad you liked the video man 🙌
We are on the same page, mate. The only difference I own Instax Mini version. Even though they are much smaller than Instax Wide, but they can fit everywhere - a wallet is a good example. This printer has opened so many doors for me while travelling abroad , especially if you are into street photography! Great video, though !
Yeah the mini is great for that sort of thing! I never realised how amazing getting a little printer like this would be 🙌
Got any good stories of when you handed them out?
Fun video ... thanks! Methinks I'll have to consider an Instax as one of my first X100V accessories. Now, if only my back ordered X100V would ever arrive ... can't wait to start shooting with it!
Glad you enjoyed it!! Yeah I’ve heard how crazy in demand the x100’s are at the moment, glad I managed to get mine when I did. What other system do you currently use?
@@JamesParsons1 iPhone 8 (mostly stills photos - everyday snaps) and a GoPro Hero 4 Black with a Sennheiser wind and waterproof microphone for my sailing videos. I used to shoot film and develop and print B&W way back in the day (high school 1970's) so I think the X100V might help me recapture some of that old film magic! Cheers!
I love instant photography and I’m 53 remember Polaroid but it’s nice to see younger photographers see how important prints are
Thank you so much for leaving a comment Jeffery! It's so underrated isn't it - I can't believe so many newer photographers haven't printed, feels like they are handicapping the experience
i love both the wide and square instax printers. super convenient to toss in a bag. i only wish the apps were a bit more refined.
100% so portable its amazing. Yeah I do agree the apps can be a littttle buggy. Seems like its a common trend for every camera manufacturer to create apps that work less than 50% of the time...
For all is quirks, I think its worth it :)
I just got one of these and it's so good.
Glad you love it so much!
Just ordered this printer and an album to hold them in, should be a good fit with my X100V.
You are going to love it - Trust me. I can’t wait to print more photos
Omg i didn't know they made one for the wide film!! I love the idea of the instax, but i hate the instax mini size. I'm buying this right now hahaha
ahaha glad I could be a help. I LOOOOVE the wide and think its so underrated. You'll love it
I have been thinking about getting one of these for a while. Maybe it's time 👌🏻
Matt - you will absolutely looove it! Trust me on this one
Thanks for sharing your view on the Instax Wide. Nice video as always, I only wish you went easier with the music. Your videos with be so much more enjoyable without the music or with the music at a lower level. It 's easier to hear what you are saying without the music. Keep up the good work 😊
Hey dude - thanks for your comment! I’m still trying to find the right balance between creating a vibe with the music and the clarity of my voice. I personally didn’t think that this was too hard to hear, but I guess I’ve listened to it 20 times over so I know what I am saying!
I’ll bear your comments in mind for the future 🙌
Brilliant!
🙌🙌 glad you liked it
Love the idea of a this little printer and it would be great to pass on to people the phot that I’ve just made of them. I should look it up but as I’m typing, does it have a battery or could you plug in a battery pack so that you can use it outdoors?
It’s got a little built in rechargeable battery, so you can take it out and about with you :) charges with micro USB and lasts quite a long time when banging out little pictures! Let me know if you have any other questions my dude 🙌
No battery pack you merely plug into the mains with the USB or into computer till fully charged.
That intro was beautiful!
I'm wondering what you think about the price of this whole process. I don't know what the is situation over in the UK but here in Israel the film is expensive and so is the printer itself.. Anyway I've never really thought about instax in the way you presented it and so i'm now kinda considering shelling out the cash and getting one anyway ;)
Thank you dude! I enjoyed making the Intro ❤️ In the UK the printer is about £130ish and you get 20 photos for about £16 (at the time of writing) I really reallllly like it and think it is worth the money. Prints from a proper photoshop are much more expensive and a bit more restrictive.
For me, I love having the reminder of all of my favourite photos right in front of me helps me stay motivated which in my opinion is worth it.
@@JamesParsons1 Okay then the price difference isn't so drastic, so if you say it's worth it I'll take your word and maybe buy it! Thanks for the video and recommendation, glad I found your channel
I think it’s totally worth it, but in a way you cannot really appreciate until you do it because there’s something slightly magical about it all - by which I mean I got far more enjoyment and satisfaction out of it than I expected from what it is…
Yeah I never thought I would enjoy it as much as I have. It’s so good and there is so much you can do with it too
Would you say that the clarity and quality of the image before printing has an impact on how clear and sharp the print will turn out?
Yes and no, I think you notice the difference between a camera and a phone or Polaroid type camera, but not between camera brands or anything
check out the fuji instax mini evo its basically that printer + a 5mp digital cam
Thanks dude! Do you use the mini evo a lot?
I carry the link in my camera bag. Handing out the picture on the street breaks any barrier there might be with the people.
Thats so great to hear man! How do you print them quickly enough ahaha? I've always wanted to do that but always thought it was gonna be too slow
@@JamesParsons1 Actually it is not that much of a problem. The first picture handed out creates that much of an interest that people are very willing to wait for the +1 to +2 minutes. You create interest and achieve readiness to give a good picture, it so much breaks the barrier that I am wondering why not more photographers do this. I also sign the picture adding a date. I used all, mini, square and wide and agree that the wide is by far the best.
My Fuji XT5 will not connect
I still don't understand why Fuji restricts the wide printer to only one model of camera - not even their flagship or anything, just the middle of the pack X-S10. I'd have one if it weren't for that, but I can't be bothered with sending to phone in between. I'll stick to my instax wide 210 for now.
It is odd isn't it... But I've found giving my photos a quick razzle dazzle edit and printing them is quite satisfying
Hello! Thank you for the video 🙏🥺 I just bought one but the images are all like they had a yellow filter. No one from Instax helps and I don’t know what to do now… I have no idea whats going on, did you ever heard something like this? 😖 thank you!!
Have you tried a new pack of cartridges? Might be a manufacturing defect. There is a Fuji shop in convent garden that you could take it to if you are close by
@@JamesParsons1Hello!! I have found the problem and it was because the films had a problem after passing the x-ray in the airport. 😢 all 50 where damaged. I bought new ones and they work perfectly now. Thank you!!
Hi James. yes bought this. But problem is you have a hell of a job getting the cassettes to go in to it. I have some But not enough! Michael.
Ohhhh really? I’ve always got them from Amazon or the LDN Fuji store and never had any issues. How are you trying to get some?
@@JamesParsons1 the ones on Amazon looked like fakes so did not try but managed after long wait to get some via Amazon. Also got one box from Kohn Lewis. Did you get me email ??
Keep well JP.
@@JamesParsons1 is the LDn Fuji store online I did not know that. 👀
I understand exactly how you feel about this tiny films it’s exactly how I feel and it’s beautiful when you have your work in hands it’s just beautiful, it feels different, and you just enjoy it!
I COMPLETELY AGREE. You've inspired me to print some more off ahahah thank you!
It's crazy it doesn't connect directly to the x100v (of course you can move pics to your phone first, then print, but c'mon Fuji, promote your own cameras 🤓)
Ahaha I know right, that would make it god mode. It would be too powerful if we could do that 😉
@@JamesParsons1 Well you can print directly to the old generation of Fuji "Share" printers (now discontinued), so it's just a matter of Fuji wanting to do it.
I never knew that! Wonder what their justification was..?
@@JamesParsons1 Well, I"m just guessing, I have no inside info, but the earlier printers connected by wifi and the new ones use bluetooth. I would guess it's some inside corporate thing where someone in the printer division decided they would switch to "cute" bluetooth printers (since that's where the market is these days), but the camera production division didn't communicate with the printer division to make sure the printers work with the latest cameras. If you've ever worked in a big company, it's very easy to imagine this happening... In other words, there was never any "justification", it's just each corporate division pursuing its own goals and not noticing the other division. Photographers who want to have a portable printer to print directly to is probably a pretty small market. People who want to print party pics to from their phone is probably a pretty big market... Videos like yours surely do some good in convincing Fuji that photographers care about these things.
Doesn’t it overheat?
The printer? I've never had any issues with it overheating, even when i've banged out like 20 images in a row
Very wel said🤌
Big up Jeffrey - thanks for commenting dude 🙌
I think you just sold me an instax printer
Ahahah looking forward to hearing how much you enjoy it 😏🙌
@@JamesParsons1 Already got it and it's blowing my mind, I love that it isn't just a photo but a presentation of a photo as well (with the framing of it) ... by the way, when printing portrait, I've tried putting the thick edge on both left and right, and leaning towards putting the thick edge on the left, seems more elegant/balanced for some reason, have you tried both and decide on one side?
YES YES YES, So glad you are enjoying the printer. How much fun is it?! I've spent a fair bit on the prints now ahaha.
oooo, I haven't actually done that yet. Are you creating a pretty much even boarder around the image? Do you know how much white border you are adding?
It gets annoying to click the link and find out that it's just the premiere notice and not a video to watch...happening a lot last few videos
Thanks for letting me know Randy, I’ll change it so it’s no longer a premier. Sorry for that man!
I use it for street photography to hand out to people. I just wish the photo quality didn't look so terrible.
How do you transfer them so quickly? ahaha My app takes forrrrevverrr to transfer and I guess my subjects run off lol
@@JamesParsons1 compared to my Olympus and Panasonic cameras Fuji’s app is disgraceful but I’ve learned it’s quirks and stayed patient on how to work with the quirks and can do it fairly quickly.
How is the photo quality bad?
@GreenlifeFin it just is, I know that's subjective and subjectively for me it ain't that great.