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Equipment Type: MediumFormat
Equipment Brand: Fuji
Equipment Model: 500af instax
Price (S$): 400
Description:
500AF is a Fujifilm instant cameras that use Instax wide film. It was announced in 1999 and available a few months after the launch of the film format. It was sold in Japan as well as in the UK. Original retail price in Japan is ¥16,000. In 2001, it was relaunched in the UK for £60.00.[1]
As the model name imply this is a autofocus camera. It is based on the similar Instax 100. The mechanics and colour scheme of the camera is similar to the previous autofocus Fotorama ACE, and System 800 models. The lens is a 95mm f/12.8 with 3 elements in 3 groups, and made of plastic. The focusing distance is from 0.6m to inf. The shutter is 1/8 to 1/125.
Like the previous Instax 100, the LCD panel and controls are on the hinged film back. It contains controls for a self timer with a delay of 10 seconds. Flash settings can be adjusted with settings that include auto, red eye and flash off. A lighten and darken switch is also on this panel. Below the viewfinder is a LED focus confirmation light. The film protector from the pack automatically ejects when closing the back. A tripod socket is on the base of the hand grip area. It is powered by two lithium CR123A batteries.
In recent years (2012), the price of the camera has increased in the used market due to discontinued Polaroid products as well as dislike of the more basic Instax 100 and 200 series cameras.
Review by other photographer
My first impression about the Instax 500AF camera is it has a sleek rectangular design rather than the rounded design of the Instax 200 and Instax 210. Also it feels a bit smaller than the Instax 200 and Instax 210 but in the end it is still a big camera. For me, the Instax 500AF is a perfect camera to bring to a party since it catches people's attention and they can't wait and see the images magically appear with the Instax film. The Instax 500AF is also a great conversation starter when I do street portraitures.
One of the features that the Instax 500AF has is its auto focus. When I use the Instax 500AF, it is easy to focus since you don't have to worry about the hyper focal button on the side that the Instax 200 and Instax 210 has. You just simply depress the shutter button halfway to focus, compose then take the shot. But then the disadvantage of this feature is that if you plan to go to an aquarium or try to shoot across a glass surface, you will end up focusing on the glass instead since the autofocus will initiate on its closest subject.
The Fujifilm Instax 500AF has smaller frame lines to guide your composition as you get closer to your subject to avoid parallax. The camera also has a tripod mount plus you have a self timer and the ability to actually turn off the flash in low light which the Instax 200 and Instax 210 don't have.
But the thing to watch out for this camera is that the framing is wider than what is in the viewfinder. The viewfinder is tighter while on the actual picture is a couple millimeters wider. So if you plan to take portraitures or landscapes make sure you have tested the camera beforehand and know the actual framing in your head. Another thing to watch out for is when you are under the shadow a building expect your pictures to be dark even if you put the setting to a lighter mode. I am still figuring this problem out so if you have any suggestions then feel free to comment.
A lot of people ask if there is a difference in picture quality between the Instax 500AF, Instax 200 and Instax 210. In my opinion, the Instax 500AF delivers a sharper image than the Instax 200 and Instax 210 since it uses its autofocus but not by much. But when it comes to color and overall image, I feel that the Instax Wide film delivers the same colors from all three cameras. So I dont really see any difference in results. What I see though is the ability to have control over the settings and the ease of changing them since the controls are at the back of the camera rather than the side of the camera.So If you prefer sharpness, the ability to turn off the flash, to use a tripod and self timer then get the Instax 500AF but if you plan to just use Instax Wide film then just go ahead and purchase the Instax 200 and Instax 210 since they are much cheaper. there are a lot of features that the Instax 500AF has that helps give the user more options in their exposures and focusing abilities.
Because of its rarity, the Instax 500AF it is very sought after by collectors and die hard Instax users.
used in good condition with original box at $400
Real Name: deric
Email Address: majesticaa@gmail.com
Condition of Item: 9
Warranty Status: nil
Equipment Type: MediumFormat
Equipment Brand: Fuji
Equipment Model: 500af instax
Price (S$): 400
Description:
500AF is a Fujifilm instant cameras that use Instax wide film. It was announced in 1999 and available a few months after the launch of the film format. It was sold in Japan as well as in the UK. Original retail price in Japan is ¥16,000. In 2001, it was relaunched in the UK for £60.00.[1]
As the model name imply this is a autofocus camera. It is based on the similar Instax 100. The mechanics and colour scheme of the camera is similar to the previous autofocus Fotorama ACE, and System 800 models. The lens is a 95mm f/12.8 with 3 elements in 3 groups, and made of plastic. The focusing distance is from 0.6m to inf. The shutter is 1/8 to 1/125.
Like the previous Instax 100, the LCD panel and controls are on the hinged film back. It contains controls for a self timer with a delay of 10 seconds. Flash settings can be adjusted with settings that include auto, red eye and flash off. A lighten and darken switch is also on this panel. Below the viewfinder is a LED focus confirmation light. The film protector from the pack automatically ejects when closing the back. A tripod socket is on the base of the hand grip area. It is powered by two lithium CR123A batteries.
In recent years (2012), the price of the camera has increased in the used market due to discontinued Polaroid products as well as dislike of the more basic Instax 100 and 200 series cameras.
Review by other photographer
My first impression about the Instax 500AF camera is it has a sleek rectangular design rather than the rounded design of the Instax 200 and Instax 210. Also it feels a bit smaller than the Instax 200 and Instax 210 but in the end it is still a big camera. For me, the Instax 500AF is a perfect camera to bring to a party since it catches people's attention and they can't wait and see the images magically appear with the Instax film. The Instax 500AF is also a great conversation starter when I do street portraitures.
One of the features that the Instax 500AF has is its auto focus. When I use the Instax 500AF, it is easy to focus since you don't have to worry about the hyper focal button on the side that the Instax 200 and Instax 210 has. You just simply depress the shutter button halfway to focus, compose then take the shot. But then the disadvantage of this feature is that if you plan to go to an aquarium or try to shoot across a glass surface, you will end up focusing on the glass instead since the autofocus will initiate on its closest subject.
The Fujifilm Instax 500AF has smaller frame lines to guide your composition as you get closer to your subject to avoid parallax. The camera also has a tripod mount plus you have a self timer and the ability to actually turn off the flash in low light which the Instax 200 and Instax 210 don't have.
But the thing to watch out for this camera is that the framing is wider than what is in the viewfinder. The viewfinder is tighter while on the actual picture is a couple millimeters wider. So if you plan to take portraitures or landscapes make sure you have tested the camera beforehand and know the actual framing in your head. Another thing to watch out for is when you are under the shadow a building expect your pictures to be dark even if you put the setting to a lighter mode. I am still figuring this problem out so if you have any suggestions then feel free to comment.
A lot of people ask if there is a difference in picture quality between the Instax 500AF, Instax 200 and Instax 210. In my opinion, the Instax 500AF delivers a sharper image than the Instax 200 and Instax 210 since it uses its autofocus but not by much. But when it comes to color and overall image, I feel that the Instax Wide film delivers the same colors from all three cameras. So I dont really see any difference in results. What I see though is the ability to have control over the settings and the ease of changing them since the controls are at the back of the camera rather than the side of the camera.So If you prefer sharpness, the ability to turn off the flash, to use a tripod and self timer then get the Instax 500AF but if you plan to just use Instax Wide film then just go ahead and purchase the Instax 200 and Instax 210 since they are much cheaper. there are a lot of features that the Instax 500AF has that helps give the user more options in their exposures and focusing abilities.
Because of its rarity, the Instax 500AF it is very sought after by collectors and die hard Instax users.
used in good condition with original box at $400
Real Name: deric
Email Address: majesticaa@gmail.com
Condition of Item: 9
Warranty Status: nil
