This £45 Fujifilm instant camera is a fun and cute gift for all ages

Instax Pal
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Is it too early to talk about Christmas? Sorry for mentioning it, but I have a fantastic deal that will be a perfect fit for a children's present. It's the Fujifilm Instax Pal, which is on sale at Argos for £44.99 (was £71.99). That's a big discount that makes the cute little camera more affordable than ever.

Unlike many instant cameras that sit around in a drawer once the paper supply has run out, this digital-only mini camera is more likely to get extended use. You can connect it to the Instax app or transfer the photos to your computer. Either way, you'll be enjoying your photos or your children's photos for many years to come.

Today's best Fujifilm Instax Pal deal

Fujifilm Instax Pal
Fujifilm Instax Pal: was £71.99 now £44.99 at Argos

A digital camera with a companion app that makes photo capture, for young children especially, an absolute joy. If you'd like instant printing, then you'll also need an Instax Link printer, but it's not absolutely necessary. The £27 discount sees it drop to a temptingly low price for a cut and fun gift idea.

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Despite only awarding it 3.5 out of five stars, our reviewer actually found the Fujifilm Instax Pal the funnest of all the Instax cameras he's ever used. He loved the super cute design and a fun user interface, as well as the fact that it handles better than clunky Instax alternatives.

"To me, the Pal feels like the best of both worlds; it’s a camera that’s not weighed down by a built-in printer, while the shoot-to-print experience – either directly or through the app – is seamless."

It's important to note that this is a digital-only Instax camera, which means if you want the luxury of instant printing, then you'll also need to purchase an Instax Link printer. Alternatively, you can transfer the files off the Instax Pal and print them at your convenience.

If you'd like a device that prints your photos instantly, then you'll need one of the best instant cameras instead. They have the added benefit of onboard printing, but you'll also need to be aware of the additional cost of printing materials.

Paul Hatton
Freelance writer

Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine.

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