Fujifilm Instax Mini Monochrome Film - 10 Exposures

I’m not a very creative person so I just took normal pictures which I don’t really think the film is for to be honest. I think it’s more for artistic vibes. But it works and shades really well.

Definitely an interesting addition but also a bit odd

Couldn't wait to try this new Instax film. Ever since Fuji discontinued FP-3000B, I was looking for a new instant B&W (Impossible Project is too expensive). First of all, this film doesn't seem to be a true black and white. I suspect it's a reworked version of their color film that's designed to create a grayscale image. Blacks are not very deep and there are definite color casts at times. When viewed by daylight, images are slightly greenish. Indoor illumination looks more neutral. Overall the feeling is cool rather than warm. Some people have claimed that strong colors actually come through as colors in the image (yellows particularly). I haven't seen this but think it's possible based on the color casts I've seen. So it appears that this film may not be a genuine ... MoreCouldn't wait to try this new Instax film. Ever since Fuji discontinued FP-3000B, I was looking for a new instant B&W (Impossible Project is too expensive). First of all, this film doesn't seem to be a true black and white. I suspect it's a reworked version of their color film that's designed to create a grayscale image. Blacks are not very deep and there are definite color casts at times. When viewed by daylight, images are slightly greenish. Indoor illumination looks more neutral. Overall the feeling is cool rather than warm. Some people have claimed that strong colors actually come through as colors in the image (yellows particularly). I haven't seen this but think it's possible based on the color casts I've seen. So it appears that this film may not be a genuine B&W chemistry but a kind of chromogenic system. That said, it's a lot of fun to use and produces some very nice images. Like the color Instax film, the latitude is a lot like slide film (virtually zero!) High-contrast scenes will have blown highlights and blocked shadows. This can look great for certain situations, but if it bothers you, stick to low contrast lighting. There is a fairly nice range of grays if you can expose the film correctly. Unfortunately, most Instax cameras (I'm using a Neo 90) are a bit unreliable in this department. The key is to experiment to get a sense of how the film and camera's exposure system work together. (I wish somebody would bring out a really GOOD camera for Instax). I scan my images to 16-bit grayscale using an Epson Perfection V600 scanner, so this takes care of the non-neutral tone. Results are pretty good. Give this new film a try. It's enjoyable and interesting. And above all, we need to encourage Fuji to keep B&W instant film alive and perhaps expand into other sizes!

Exactly What Film Shooters Wanted, thank you Fuji!

On the heels of the discontinuation of their peel apart instant films, Fuji's Instax Monochrome offers some comfort to the mourners! It's no FP-3000p but it's probably the next best thing, particularly when used with a MiNT TL70. Fuji Instax Monochrome renders true b&w. While processing, you may see various hues but afterthe film is fully processed and cured, the resulting image is a faithful monochrome without tinting. Contrast and tonality are well-balanced and sharpness is on par with color Instax. Monochrome seems true to the 800 ISO of Fuji's color Instax films and it processes in about the same amount of time and has the same temperature sensitivities. One thing I don't like is that the foil packaging for this and all Instax films is identical. As a result, ... MoreOn the heels of the discontinuation of their peel apart instant films, Fuji's Instax Monochrome offers some comfort to the mourners! It's no FP-3000p but it's probably the next best thing, particularly when used with a MiNT TL70. Fuji Instax Monochrome renders true b&w. While processing, you may see various hues but afterthe film is fully processed and cured, the resulting image is a faithful monochrome without tinting. Contrast and tonality are well-balanced and sharpness is on par with color Instax. Monochrome seems true to the 800 ISO of Fuji's color Instax films and it processes in about the same amount of time and has the same temperature sensitivities. One thing I don't like is that the foil packaging for this and all Instax films is identical. As a result, you either have to label it or take the entire box for each film out on shoots. Not a big deal, but seems odd to package different films in identical wrappers. The peel aparts had unique ones. This film has certainly renewed my interest in shooting Instax. It's slightly more costly than color but well worth it!

Fujifilm Instax Mini Monochrome Film (10 Exposures)

Didn't actually end up buying these because they don't work with my camera, but wanted to give five stars anyway because the Reformed employees emails me before they shipped these pointing out that they wouldn't work with my camera so awesome!

Good for the Job Asked of It

I love these little films for fun family snaps and events. We all know it isn't Ilford 64 speed B&W, so don't hold it to that standard. You get the occasional bad image or odd color line at the edges, but over all it is excellent for the job is it asked to perform. It sometimes as a bit of a color cast to it. My favorite trick with it is using an orange filter over the camera lens to make the photo look like a 1850s or '60s Daguerreotype!

I love this film

This is pretty much all I shoot. Are there things I would change? Yeah. I would love to see them experiment with the formula, as traditional black and white contrast filters behave a little odd with this film. But it’s fantastic and the price point is hard to beat. You keep making it— I’ll keep buying it

Instax over Impossible

I bought the Instax mini and large format cameras after seeing the quality of the shots and film. I had been using an old Polaroid 600 and impossible films. Both the B&W and color films are brighter sharper and far more consistent. I wish they could buy rights to the Polaroid cartridge sizes! Oh and the film is CHEAPER TOO! Great service and delivery from B+H as always!

Love the B%26W option

I love the black and white option with this film. Leaves availability for so many different types of photos and genres of photography to be taken. Makes me very happy.

Nice, but limited

Don't expect Ansel Adams. You can get decent pictures with your INSTAX camera but the dynamic range of this film is limited. Work within the limitations and it can be fun. You can even get some nice images. I generally set the camera for Darker.

Packaging problem!

Whilst I found the product of good quality, I was a little puzzled with the packaging. Whilst the outer packaging stated that it was Monochrome film, the inner packaging stated that it was Fuji Colour film, and it was not until I had loaded it into my camera, and made the 1st exposure that I discovered that it was, in fact Monochrome film. I contacted a friend who had also purchased the same type of film, only to discover that he had encountered the same problem, so I would imagine that the fault lies with the manufacturer.