The Lomo’Instant Automat Bora Bora is an instant camera. The design of the Lomography camera is white. The range of functions is identical to the “normal” Lomo’Instant Automat.
Bora Bora is an atoll and part of the Society Islands in French Polynesia. It is located about 260 kilometers from Tahiti. Today it is considered one of the most expensive and luxurious destinations in the world. The main island is surrounded by a lagoon and a barrier reef. In the center of the island there are the remains of an extinct volcano that rises to two peaks, Mount Pahia and Mount Otemanu, whose highest point is 727 meters.
Films for the Lomo’Instant Automat Bora Bora
To take pictures, the LomoInstant Automat Bora Bora requires Instax Mini films. Fujifilm manufactures the instant films for this format.
The Instax Mini format is the smallest instant format on the market. The dimensions of a picture are 8.6 x 5.4 cm. The shooting area is 62 x 46 mm. The size is comparable to that of a business card.
The instant pictures are placed in a cassette. The cassette is placed in the camera as a whole. One pack usually contains 10 images. If the frame counter shows “0”, a film change is due. You have to pay around 70 cents per image.
After the exposure, the camera ejects the image. As if out of nowhere, the picture then appears within minutes. The image quality of the color films (Instax Mini Film*) is impressive. The white frames around the image can be spiced up with pens and stickers.
For black and white pictures there is the Instax Mini Monochrome*. From the color film, there are some special edition with printed frames. The Instax Mini format is good for a party or a wedding celebration.
Technical datasheet
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type of Camera | Instant camera |
| Film format | Fuji Instax Mini |
| Film transport | Automatic |
| Film transport mechanism | Motor |
| Picture format | 62 mm x 46 mm |
| Focal length | 60 mm |
| Widest aperture | f/8 |
| Minimum focus distance | 30 cm / 0.984 ft |
| Focus | Manual |
| Filter thread | 43 mm |
| Exposure times | 1/250 second to 8 seconds, Bulb |
| Bulb mode | Yes |
| Light meter | Yes |
| Exposure modes | Program automatic |
| Exposure compensation | ± 1EV |
| Date imprinting | No |
| Double and/or multiple exposure function | Yes |
| Flash | Integrated flash |
| Flash range | 9 Meter / 29.53 Feet |
| Flash sync speed | 1/250 s |
| Tripod mount | Yes |
| Cable release thread | No |
| Self-timer | No |
| Wireless remote control | Yes |
| Power supply | 2x CR2 batteries |
| Country of production | China |
| Estimated value / Used price | 97,00 Euro 1731589079785171361072112 Estimate based on used prices of 99 offers (possibly with different scope of delivery and/or condition). As of September 22, 2025 |
| Average used price in the year 2025 | 97,00 Euro (104.99 US-Dollar) |
FAQ about the Lomo'Instant Automat Bora Bora
What kind of film does the Lomo'Instant Automat Bora Bora use?
It uses Instax Mini film, which is made by Fujifilm. This is the smallest instant film format available, and each pack usually contains 10 exposures.
How big are the photos from this instant camera?
The photos are small, about the size of a business card. The image area is 62 x 46 mm, while the whole print measures 8.6 x 5.4 cm.
Is the Lomo'Instant Automat Bora Bora easy to use?
Yes, it's designed to be user-friendly, similar to the standard Lomo'Instant Automat. The automatic settings handle the exposure for you, making it simple to take pictures.
What color is the Lomo'Instant Automat Bora Bora camera?
The camera body is white. This specific model, the Bora Bora edition, maintains that white design.
How much does one picture cost using this instant camera?
Each photo costs around 70 cents, as a pack of 10 film costs roughly 7 euros. This is based on the cost of Instax Mini film.