Fujifilm INSTAX mini 70 Instant Camera Manual

Parts Name

Front

1. Film ejection slot
2. Self timer lamp
3. Flash lampface
4. Strap eyelet
5. Viewfinder
6. Shutter button
7. AE light sensor window
8. Tripod socket (Tripod sold separately)
9. Flash sensor window
10. Lens/Lens cover
11. Self-portrait mirror

Rear

12. Power button
13. Film counter
14. LCD display
15. MODE (mode) button
16. Self timer button
17. Selfie button
18. Strap eyelet
19. Back cover
20. Back cover lock
21. Battery lid
22. Film pack confirmation window
23. Eyepiece

Attaching the Strap

Attaching the hand strap
Attach the strap as illustrated below.

• When you carry or use the camera, put the strap around your wrist so that the camera does not drop.

Attaching the shoulder strap (separately purchased)

Attach the strap clips to the camera, then attach the shoulder strap.

1. Open a strap clip.
   Use the clip attaching tool to open a strap clip as shown.
   
   Keep the tool in a safe place.
   You will need it to open the strap clips when removing the shoulder strap.
   
2. Place the strap clip on each strap eyelet.
   Hook the strap eyelet in the clip opening. Remove the tool using the other hand to keep the clip in place.
   
3. Pass the clip through each strap eyelet.
   Rotate the clip fully through the eyelet until it clicks closed.
   
4. Pass the strap through each clip.
   

Use the strap only as a shoulder strap. Do not put the strap around your neck. Be careful so that the strap does not obstruct the film ejection slot.

Inserting Batteries

Use two new CR2 lithium batteries. (All the batteries should be new and be the same brand/type.) Insert the batteries before you load the INSTAX mini film pack. The battery performance may be reduced when it is cold. In this case, warm up the batteries to room temperature before using this camera.

1. Open the battery lid.
   
   
2. Insert the batteries.
   
   • Insert two CR2 lithium batteries matching the and polarities.
     
3. Close the battery lid.
   

Loading the INSTAX mini Film Pack

1. Press down the back cover lock to open the back cover.
   
2. Hold both sides of the film pack, align the yellow marks on the camera and the film pack, then insert it straight.
   
3. Close the back cover until the back cover lock clicks into place.
   
   
4. Press the POWER button to turn the camera on.
   • Do not hold the lens cover when you are turning the camera on, otherwise; the lens cover does not open.
     
     
5. Press the shutter button. The film cover (black) is ejected and "10" is displayed on the film counter on the back of the camera. Carefully remove the film cover.
   

Taking Pictures

1. Press the POWER button to turn the camera on.
   • Do not hold the lens cover when you are turning the camera on, otherwise; the lens cover does not open.
     
2. Hold the camera and confirm the desired composition of the final image.
   
   
3. Press the shutter button.
   • The shutter does not release while the flash is charging. (The icon on the LCD display is flashing.)
   • For horizontal image, hold the camera with the flash lampface at the top.
   • Be careful so that your fingers or the strap do not cover the flash lampface, flash sensor window, AE light sensor window, lens, or film ejection slot.
   • Look into the viewfinder so that the "O" mark appears in the center.
   • Be careful not to touch the lens surface when you press the shutter button.
     
     
4. Every time you take a photo, the number on the film counter decreases from "10" to reflect the number of remaining photos, and "0" is displayed when you have used up the film pack.
   When the film has been ejected (the camera stops making a sound), grasp the edge of the film, then take it out.
   • For details on taking out the film, refer to the instructions and warnings on the FUJIFILM INSTAX mini film pack.
   • The developing time is approximately 90 seconds. (The time varies depending on the ambient temperature.)
     

Unloading the INSTAX mini film pack

1. When "0" is displayed on the film counter, unload the film pack following the procedure below.
   Press down the back cover lock to open the back cover.
   
2. Grasp the rectangular holes on the film pack, then pull it out straight.
   

Using the Self Timer

For one shot self timer

• You can use the self timer in combination with each shooting mode.

1. Press the self timer button once. The self timer icon (left) appears on the LCD display.
   
2. If you press the shutter button, the self timer lamp is lit about 7 seconds. After that, the lamp flashes about 3 seconds and the shutter is released.
   ※ To cancel the self timer, press the self timer button while the self timer lamp is lit or flashing.
   

For 2 continuous photo self timer

• You can use the self timer in combination with each shooting mode.
• 2 continuous photo self timer is selectable only when 2 or more films remain.
• When the second film is ejected, it may push the first one out.

1. Press the self timer button once. The 2 continuous photo self timer icon (left) appears on the LCD display.
   
   
2. If you press the shutter button, the self timer lamp is lit about 7 seconds. After that, the lamp flashes about 3 seconds, the shutter is released, and the 1st frame is photographed. When the 1st film is ejected, the self timer lamp is lit about 3 to 6 seconds. After that, the lamp flashes about 3 seconds, the shutter is released, and the 2nd frame is photographed.
   ※ To cancel the self timer, press the self timer button while the self timer lamp is lit or flashing.
   

Taking Pictures with Various Shooting Mode

You can select settings according to the subject or purpose.

Selecting a Shooting Mode

Press the MODE (mode) button. The mode icon appears.

• Taking a photo does not change the settings.
• Turning off the power returns to the Auto mode.

Each time you press the MODE button, the shooting mode changes as follows.

Shooting Mode

Auto mode (No display)
Select for normal photography.

• As the flash fires with slow shutter (slow synchro) in a dark place, the background is photographed brightly.
• The flash does not fire in a bright place.

Macro
Select when shooting a subject at close range (30-60 cm).

• Hold the camera so that the "O" mark in the viewfinder is on the upper right of the center of the subject (see the illustration below), then take a photo.
  

Landscape
Select when shooting a distant subject (3 m~∞).

Fill-in Flash
You can force flash to be used. Select when you want to use a flash regardless of the brightness. The subject is photographed sharply with backlighting.

• Camera shake can be prevented without selecting the slow shutter mode even in dark places. (Shutter speed 1/30 seconds) However, background depiction may be dark.

Hi-Key

The whole picture looks brighter. Select to lighten the next picture if the picture is coming out too dark.

• Surrounding brightness or temperature affects the brightness of the whole picture.
• If the picture is coming out too bright, take a picture with the Auto mode.

Self Portrait (Selfie mode)

You can take a self portrait using the self portrait mirror. Using this mode applies an appropriate brightness and shooting distance for self portrait.

1. Press the Selfie button. The Selfie mode icon above appears.
   • Pressing the MODE button or Selfie button returns to the Auto mode.
     
2. Hold the camera securely keeping 40 cm to 50 cm between you and the edge of the lens.
   • Hold the camera securely especially in a dark place, as the camera is subject to blurring.
     
3. Confirm the composition using the self-portrait mirror, then take a photo.
   

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLE SHOOTING

• When to replace the batteries

1. When the lens does not work when the power is switched on.
2. When it takes a while for the flash to be charged.
3. When pressing the shutter button turns off the camera.
   • Replace both CR2 batteries with new lithium batteries of the same brand/type.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

During operation

Problems	Possible Causes	Solutions
The shutter release won't trip.	The battery power is low. The batteries are not inserted correctly. The icon on the LCD display is flashing, or the self timer lamp is flashing rapidly. The exposure counter is showing "" sign. The power is not turned on.	Replace both batteries with new batteries. Insert the batteries correctly. The flash is charging. Please wait until the icon turns off. Unload the film pack, and load a new film pack. Press the POWER button to turn on the power.
"E" is flashing on the film counter or all icons on the LCD display are flashing.	The camera has some trouble.	Remove the batteries and reinsert them with the items on the LCD display flashing. If does not resolve the problem, contact a FUJIFILM authorized distributor.
The film pack won't load into your camera, or won't load into your camera smoothly.	The film pack is not for your camera. You are not loading the film pack correctly.	Use FUJIFILM INSTAX mini film only. (No other films can be used.) Match the yellow line on the film pack with the yellow positioning mark in your camera. Follow the INSTAX mini film pack instructions.
The film cover cannot be ejected.	The battery power is low.	Replace both batteries with new batteries and load the film pack again.
The LCD looks black.	The camera is too hot for operation.	Put the camera in a cool place. The LCD should return to normal once it cools down.
The battery becomes exhausted quickly.	The batteries are not the same type.	Replace both batteries with new CR2 lithium batteries of the same brand/type.

Printed pictures

Problems	Possible Causes	Solutions
Part or whole finished print is white.	The back cover is opened before you have used up the film.	Do not open the back cover until you have used up the film; otherwise, the rest of the film is exposed and ruined for use.
The finished print looks over exposed. (White in color)	The ambient temperature is low (below +5°C/+41°F). The AE light sensor window or flash sensor window is blocked.	Before taking pictures, place your camera in a warm place to bring it to room temperature. Be careful not to block the AE light sensor or flash sensor window, or so that nothing blocks it.
The finished print looks under exposed. (Dark)	The ambient temperature is high (above +40°C/+104°F). The picture was taken facing the light. The flash lampface, AE light sensor window or flash sensor window was covered. The background is too bright in comparison with the subject. The flash light did not reach the subject. The flash light reflected back from a mirror or window glass.	Keep camera, film (exposed prints) away from excessive heat (+40°C/+104°F). Take pictures with the light behind you, or take pictures using Fill-in Flash Mode. Be careful not to cover the flash lampface, AE light sensor window, or flash sensor window. Take pictures using Hi-Key Mode. Take pictures closer than 2.7 m from the subject. Take pictures at an angle not facing the mirror or window glass.
The picture is out of focus.	The shooting distance is not appropriate. The lens is not clean. Your camera was shaken when taking the picture.	Select the shooting mode according to the distance. Please contact a FUJIFILM authorized distributor. Hold your camera firmly and press in the shutter release button gently. Since the slow shutter is selected when shooting indoors or dark outdoors, fixing the camera using a table, tripod, etc. is recommended. When the camera is not fixed, shoot in the Fill-in Flash Mode.
The picture is blurred.	Picture was not permitted to develop without touching, pressure being applied or other interference once it ejected from the camera. The picture did not come out smoothly.	Do not press onto or fold the picture. Do not block the film exit with your finger.
The subject in the viewfinder has shifted in finished print.	The shooting distance is close to the subject.	When you take pictures using Macro Mode, see notes on using the mode.

Information for traceability in Europe
Manufacturer: FUJIFILM Corporation
Address, City: 7-3, Akasaka 9-Chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Country: JAPAN
Authorized representative in Europe:
FUJIFILM EUROPE GMBH
Address, City: Dusseldorf Heesenstrasse 31, 40549 Country: Germany

Information for FUJIFILM in the United States
FUJIFILM North America Corp. 200 Summit Lake Drive
Valhalla, New York 10595, USA

Information for FUJIFILM in Canada
FUJIFILM Canada Inc.
600 Suffolk Court, Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4G4

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE

This product has been designed with safety in mind, and to provide safe service when handled correctly and in accordance with the User's Guide and instructions. It is important that both the product and the INSTAX film are handled properly and used only to take pictures as instructed in this User's Guide and in the INSTAX mini film instructions. For EN your ease and safety, please follow what is written in this User's Guide. It is also a good idea to keep this User's Guide in a safe, easy to find place where you can refer to it if needed.

This symbol indicates danger, which could result in injury or death. Please follow these instructions.

Never attempt to take this product apart. There is a danger of an electric shock. If this product is dropped or damaged so that the inside is showing, do not touch it. There is danger of an electric shock. If the camera or the batteries inside become hot, begin to smoke, make a burning smell or show any sign of unusual condition, remove the batteries right away. Use gloves to keep from burning your hands. Not removing batteries could result in burns or fire. Using a flash too close to a person's eyes may for the short term affect the eyesight. Take care when taking picture of infants and young children. If your camera gets wet or if something such as pieces of metal get inside, remove the batteries right away to avoid heat buildup or a fire starting inside the camera. Do not use this camera in places where there is flammable gas or near open gasoline, benzene, paint thinner or other unstable substances which can give off dangerous vapors. Doing so could result in explosion or fire. Store your camera out of the reach of infants and young children. Failure to do this could result in serious injury. (For example, the strap could become wrapped around a child's neck and cause choking.) Never take apart the batteries. Do not subject them to heat, throw them into an open fire, or attempt to short-circuit them. Doing so could result in the batteries exploding or splitting open causing burns or fire.

Only use specified batteries in this product. Use of incorrect type of batteries could cause explosion. Dispose of used batteries according to battery disposal instructions. Make sure batteries are stored in a safe, secure place and well out of the reach of any infants, young children or pets. Improper storage could result in a child swallowing a battery. (If a child swallows a battery, call a doctor or a hospital right away.) Never get this product wet or handle it with wet hands. Doing so may result in an electric shock. Never take flash photographs of people riding bicycles, driving cars or riding a horse. The flash can distract the driver and frighten the animal, possibly causing an accident. Make sure that the battery C and D polarities are installed correctly in the camera. A damaged battery or electrolyte leakage may cause a fire, injury, and contaminate the environment. Do not touch moving parts inside the camera. You may be injured.

The "CE" mark certifies that this product satisfies the requirements of the EU (European Union) regarding safety, public health, environment and consumer protection.("CE" is the abbreviation of Conformité Européenne.)

EEE Complies with Directive.
For customers in the USA:

COMMON SENSE CAMERA CARE

CAMERA CARE

1. Your camera is a precision instrument. Do not get it wet or drop it. Also, do not expose to sand.
2. Do not use a strap made for cellular phones or other similar electronic products. These straps are usually too weak to hold your camera securely. For safety, use only straps designed for your camera, and use only as specifically intended and instructed.
3. When using a tripod, check the strength of the tripod and then mount the camera by turning the tripod instead of the camera body. When mounting the camera to a tripod, be sure not to turn the tripod screw excessively, apply unreasonable force, etc. Also, do not carry the camera while it is mounted to the tripod. Personal injury or camera damage may result.
4. If you are not using your camera for a long interval, unload the batteries and keep it where it will be safe from heat, dust, and moisture.
5. Remove soil and dust from the lens, viewfinder window, etc. with an air blower and by wiping lightly with a piece of soft cloth.
6. Do not use solvent such as thinner and alcohol to remove soil.
7. Keep the film chamber and camera interior clean to avoid damaging films.
8. In hot weather, do not leave your camera in a closed car or on the beach, and do not leave it in moist places.
9. Moth repellent gas such as naphthalene adversely affects your camera and films. Avoid keeping your camera or films in a chest with mothballs.
10. Your camera is computer-controlled. If you should experience an operational issue, remove the batteries and then reload them.
11. Note that the temperature range within which your camera can be used is +5°C/+41°F to +40°C/+104°F.

INSTAX mini FILM AND PRINT CARE

See FUJIFILM INSTAX mini fi lm for fi lm use instructions. Follow all instructions for safe and proper use.

1. Keep the fi lm in a cool and dry place. Do not leave the fi lm in a place where the temperature is extremely high (e.g., in a closed car).
2. When you load a fi lm pack, use the fi lm as soon as possible.
3. If the fi lm has been kept in a place where the temperature is extremely high or low, bring it to room temperature before starting to take pictures.
4. Be sure to use the fi lm before the expiration or "Use Before" date.
5. Avoid airport checked luggage inspection and other strong X-ray illumination. The eff ect of fogging, etc. may appear on unused fi lm. We recommend that you carry the camera and/or the fi lm onto the aircraft as carry-on luggage. (Check with each airport for more information.)
6. Avoiding strong light, keep the developed prints in a cool and dry place.
7. Do not puncture, tear, or cut INSTAX mini fi lm. If fi lm becomes damaged, do not use.

Cautions on handling the film and prints
For details, refer to the instructions and warnings on FUJIFILM INSTAX mini film.

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