The latest Fujifilm Instax WIDE Evo features a 16mm f2.4 lens, allowing it to take pictures with its ⅓” 16MP sensor and print on film at a resolution of 635 × 318 DPI. This new instant film camera, priced at $349.95 and set to debut in February, was revealed earlier this week as a successor to Fujifilm’s previous Evo Mini model (analog.cafe/r/film-photogr…).
The Evo series comprises *digital* cameras that capture images on their sensors and provide users with the ability to edit or apply effects before printing. These cameras utilize a built-in light-emitting printer to transfer the image onto film before it is ejected and developed.
The WIDE Evo represents an improvement over the earlier Instax Mini model, which faced criticism due to its low-resolution sensor and printer. The new sensor supports a significantly higher pixel count (16MP compared to the Mini’s 5MP). Nevertheless, the resolution of the printer remains largely unchanged at 635 × 318 DPI.
With its digital sensor, the Evo boasts a maximum shutter speed of 1/8000s, an ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 1600, white balance adjustments, and 10 different effects to choose from. To utilize these features, users need to insert a memory card and shoot with the camera’s widest setting, aided by its 16mm full-frame equivalent lens.
If the lens were to take images directly on film, its actual focal length would be 6.5mm; however, with the camera's ⅓” sensor, this translates to approximately 100mm. The autofocus (which includes face recognition) functions effectively between 10cm and infinity. Unfortunately, there is no viewfinder available, so composing shots will rely on the built-in 3.5” display.
#editorial🔥
Earlier this week, a new instant film camera priced at $349.95 was announced, set to be released in February. This camera serves as a successor to Fujifilm's previous Evo Mini model (https://www.analog.cafe/r/film-photography-news-november-2021-recap-fk5o#fujifilm-instax-mini-evo). #editorial.