The instax WIDE 400 instant camera is the latest now on offer from FUJIFILM and it is a big boy this one, everywhere I went with it I was stopped and questions asked never mind looking like an American tourist but this did not bother me in the slightest as it catches eyes.
The camera is simple to use with simple controls and of course an array of filtered prints available and you get an add on selfie extension for those who like to take selfies which many do.
There is a selfie timer up front and of course your shutter key which you need to watch out your finger does not end up in the photo, that being said with big hands it is just me but just beware anyway, there is also your flash up front and that big lens that twists to two settings which I enjoy opening and closing.
Up top your wide image comes out and on the rear is your viewfinder and hatch for the films that we all love that just slot in with ease and also a counter for remaining shots.
There is a tripod mount there and also a strap with two blocks to help you get that right angle you need at the time of shooting.
This runs on batteries so be sure to fully close the lens after use. Also on the unit is two strap holders for carrying the camera around which is fun and gets you noticed.
The camera is analogue and twists open to give two ranges of shooting mode being 90cm to 3m and 3m to infinity you could say. You are also provided with the extra close up accessory of selfie clip as I call it as that is what my daughter just used it for and you can also capture images up to 40cm away for macro photography.
The camera is fun to use however there is not much control of what you can do here and no app to go with it and it is their first Wide camera in many years so for me they have kept things simple which is fine.
When it comes to image quality this will vary and again on the light and film you pick and I found their monochrome and black and white films to be rather good over the usual cartridges however this depends on the pictures you are taking on the day.
Overall the instax WIDE 400 camera from FujiFilm is a simple fun camera to use with a built in selfie timer for those selfie fans and in most instances you will get good snaps some did come out overexposed as expected from an analogue camera which does waste expensive film..
Pricing and Availability:
Fujifilm’s instax WIDE 400 instant camera will be available at a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of EUR 150.00 (incl. VAT). It will be available to buy from FUJIFILM stockists nationwide from July 12th, 2024. For more product information, visit https://www.instax.ie/cameras/wide-400/
Main features of the instax WIDE 400:
(1) Analogue instant camera compatible with wide-format film.
・This simply designed analogue instant camera is compatible with instax
WIDE-format film. With automatic exposure and flash control, simply turn the lens to switch it on, hold the camera and press the shutter button.
After turning the lens to switch the power on, turn it further in the same direction to switch to Landscape mode, allowing you to capture distant scenery from a distance of more than 3m. Furthermore, by attaching the included close-up lens, you can capture images up to 40cm away for macro photography.
(2) Equipped with a lever-operated self-timer for that analogue feel.
A lever-operated self-timer is mounted on the front side of the camera. When the lever is turned, the LEDs light up in sequence and the self-timer can be set for up to 10 seconds.
Pressing the shutter release button starts the countdown and the LEDs go off one by one every two seconds. Group shots can be easily taken while enjoying the sound of the timer and the operation of turning the lever.
(3) Includes useful accessories for self-timer shooting.
By using the included camera angle adjustment accessory, choose between two height options for the optimum shooting angle, all without the need for a tripod.
instax WIDE 400 instant camera Walkthrough video
