Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Vs Instax Mini Li Play: Detailed Side by Side Image Comparison 

Hey! But if you had to choose one, for a person that doesn't own an instant camera yet, which one would you say is a better option?

@@ferlizano Sorry to barge in but I have some food for thought (Sorry for my English in advance lol) I grew up with Polaroids and now use pro digital cams along with film. That being said, I like instant cameras like old polaroids. Why? It's the "not knowing what you're getting" and even if a pic is badly cropped, it stands as a memory (the viewfinder is not in the center so it's fun to try to get it right ahah). If the quality of image is something you want then go for the Evo - but this is where it gets tricky. Why would you want an instant camera that takes the magic of instant with technology and digital choices? EVO is further away from authentic, simple instant photography. Too many buttons and adjustments, effects, etc. The closest camera to the instant feeling (which I consider the main point) is the LiPlay - you still have a screen to choose what you print (again, away from normal instant but ok). The LiPlay has the results you would get on an instant camera. Higher contrast, a bit more "faded". It looks "authentic polaroid" or whatever you wanna call it. Simpler overall but still highly advanced for what instant photography stands for. If you're looking to use your phone along with camera and be more picky about features and settings (honestly, not worth it - it's not pro, it should be fun!) go for the EVO. If you want more playfulness and something closer to the simpler instant camera, go for the LiPlay. If you still don't have an instant camera I would even tell you to get an instax (not polaroid just because of the price per pic, otherwise choose that!) without screen. TL:DR - being able to pick and choose what pics we want is what digital photography brought. It took away the surprise element - that's the beauty of instant (and film). It's to be playful and a break from pro. The EVO is closer to the digital world when it comes to choice and editing. The LiPlay allows for a bit more authenticity as the images are closer to what the classic polaroid shows. My advice is always the same - for editing and getting the "perfect shot", a phone will do. If you get a camera that gets closer to that, get a proper compact. If you want it for the memory of great times and for fun and "getting the moment", get the most basic instant camera (in this comparison, it's the LiPlay). Hope I helped!

@@merrynothing3204 thank you so much! This really helped a lot ✨️

@@ferlizano It's worth mentioning, if you still haven't gotten one... the Lomo Automat. No digital screen, like a proper instant camera - it uses Fuji mini instax film. The best part is... multiple exposure (such a good feature), colored film gels for flash (love them!), long exposure (you can draw with light!). All of it through analogue. Have a look, nothing to lose :) Take care!

Thank you for watching, it's really appreciated. I didn't shoot in any different modes. I think it's simply down to how the images are processed. I could be wrong though :).

Thank you :)

Yes you can :). It can store a small number of pictures using its internal storage. Or you can use a micro SD card to increase the number of images you can store to print at a later time.

Unfortunately it's out of stock verywhere. B&H are estimating middle of June for new stock.

Both cameras use the same size film.

The print quality is identical. Tried it and theres literally no difference.

@@Sondercreative Thanks.

So is it the printer / film thats causing the difference in appearance or is it for sure the sensor?@@Sondercreative

@@tehshzz it’s definitely not the printer that’s ask I can say with certainty. The difference however could be from the lens, or the sensor or even the way images are processed. It’s difficult to say.

Yes absolutely.

Not according to Fujifilm. The film is exactly the same.

In other reviews I've seen, the Evo outperformed the Liplay in a similar way to what is shown here. Richer colors, higher dynamic range, more accurate exposure.

How can you know if your camera is early or not? (I have one) Or you just actualize the firmware?

@@belebbb Great question. I just know the one I have, new from the distributor, doesn't have this issue. My guess is there is a serial number list somewhere online that will help.

Boosting this so OP sees your question My take is the black looks better since the brown is weirdly a bright shade of brown and causes the faux leather to look more plastic-y. However, I haven't seen one in person, only online.

Yes you can with both :).

Both.

@@Sondercreative thank you☺☺

Not sure, have you spoken to Fuji about it. Their customer service is pretty good.

Either one because they're both great. Ask them which camera they like the look of and go with that one.

Dumbass mistake from me really sorry about that.

I generally buy from Amazon.

I personally prefer the actual film cameras from Instax but I think these are great. What do you dislike about them?