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Instant cameras

Order an instant photo camera so you can print life’s best moments instantly! With these easy-to-use, point-and-shoot cameras, capturing memories is effortless - and instead of forgotten files on memory cards, you’ll have real, tangible prints. Perfect for scrapbooking, gifting, parties, or travel! 

Use your instant camera to print photos moments after taking them!

Capture memories in seconds and print the photos immediately with the charm of an instant print camera! First popularised by Polaroid cameras in the mid-20th century, instant cameras have made a comeback thanks to their fun, retro-style photography and the one-of-a-kind prints they produce. Browse through the range of compact Instax mini 12 cameras that we stock, all available in striking pastel colours, and choose the best instant camera to suit your style!

How instant print cameras work

Instant cameras have a built-in film and chemical processing system that lets you take a picture and print it within minutes - often in just 60 seconds! But how exactly does your Polaroid or Instax instant print camera work? Here’s a simple breakdown of what goes on:
  • Take the photo: You point and shoot like a regular camera! Light enters the lens and exposes the film inside the camera.
  • Developing the film: The exposed film is ejected through the rollers, which break open chemical pods inside the film and spreads the developing chemicals evenly across the image.
  • Waiting for the image: The photo is printed and continues to develop outside of your instant camera. You’re left with a one-of-a-kind physical print within seconds!

No darkroom, no waiting for photos to be developed in a print shop, just point, shoot the Polaroid camera or Intax mini 12 camera and watch your picture come to life!

Get creative with an instant photo camera!

Instant photo cameras give you the potential for lots of creative fun! From scrapbooking to crafting some personalised gifts, here’s some of our favourite ideas!
  • Capturing special moments: Take instant photos at parties, weddings or birthdays and hand them out to guests as keepsakes.
  • Creating a scrapbook or photo journal: Add all of your instant camera prints to a diary or scrapbook with notes and stickers to create a book of memories! Don’t forget the adhesive products to stick them in.
  • Make personalised gifts for others: Use your prints to create a photo collage, homemade cards or even frame your prints as a sentimental gift for friends and family.
  • Decorate your space: Those photos you’ve snapped with your Polaroid camera or Fujifilm mini 12 are your memories! Hang them on your walls or on a bulletin board.

These instant prints turn everyday moments into lasting memories, ready to share, display or treasure forever! Make the most of every print you create with your instant photo camera.
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Instant photo paper is a special type of self-developing film or paper used in instant cameras to develop images right after they’re taken. No need for ink, a separate printer or waiting!  We offer photo paper for your Polaroid camera, Instax instant cameras, and also for your Canon and HP pocket printers! You can choose from a wide range of papers or films in different sizes and with different border designs. Stock up today so you can continue snapping your photos!  

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Common Questions

How do instant cameras work?

Once you have taken a picture, the film is exposed to light and ejected through rollers. The rollers break open chemical pods in the film and spread evenly across the print. The photo is printed and continues to develop before your eyes! Browse through a range of the best instant cameras at 123ink.ie.

How long does it take photos from instant print cameras to develop?

It can take between 30 seconds and 15 minutes for photos from your instant print camera to develop. This depends on the type of instant camera you have and what type of photo paper or film you use. Get instant photo paper or film for your instant camera at 123ink.ie.

Do instant cameras need photo paper or film?

Yes, instant cameras only use specially designed, self-developing photo paper or film! We have a range of instant photo paper available for Fujifilm, Canon and HP, so be sure to order the correct one. Stock up at 123ink.ie now!

Do you have any more questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us and we can try to answer your queries!