The ZINK paper seemed to have better dynamic range and detail but the image overall was darker and with muted colors. I had a couple of prints made on ZINK paper from another device so I compared the same images printed on the Kodak. The prints themselves are about the size of a credit card which is bigger than some of the other instant prints I've seen and a decent size. The 50 sheet package being the best deal at about 70 cents a print. The cartridges come in packs of 20, 30, and 50. The entire process takes less than a minute and once done is dry instantly so no waiting. Kodak says the 4Pass technology is capable of 256 Gradations and 16.7 million colors, with a lifespan up to 10yrs. Depending on the image, you can see a yellow, red, and blue pass with the last pass being a clear coat for a longer life and vibrancy. The paper will move in and out of the printer four times each time adding a different step to the development. The actual printing is quite interesting. I also left it for a week while away and came back to it still fully charged so that's good. It's difficult to say how long the battery will last but while printing I managed to print at least 15 prints without recharging. There is a built-in 620 mAh rechargeable lithium battery.
#KODAK PHOTO PRINTER MINI 2 HD BLUETOOTH#
If you don't have NFC then the Bluetooth setup is as easy as any other Bluetooth device.
#KODAK PHOTO PRINTER MINI 2 HD ANDROID#
If you're using an Android phone like me you just tap the printer with your phone and you're ready to go. Making it super easy to start printing in seconds.
It has both Bluetooth and NFC connectivity. It's light but doesn't flex or deform when handled. One side opens for the cartridge and there is a small slot on the front where the prints come out. It doesn't feel cheap in your hand.
There is no complicated control system just a simple power button and connection LED on one side and a micro USB port and charging LED on the back. It comes in several colors including pink and light blue which is a nice feature if its a gift for someone. It has a nice glossy modern looking finish with a more durable and slip resistant bottom. It easily could fit in a pocket or small bag without being bulky. Its size is reasonable coming in at about 5 by 3 inches and a thickness of about an inch. It comes in a cartridge that loads easily into the printer's side rather than a package of sheets. Instead, it's a 4 pass dye-sub technology that Kodak claims offers much better color quality and longer print life. It doesn't use an instant film like the Fuji Instax devices or ZINK (zero ink) paper like Polaroid and several others. Kodak's newest device the Mini 2 HD Wireless Instant printer is slightly different than most the other instant printers on the market. There is also something social in being able to give someone a take away right then and there. So I like the idea of being able to have a small printer in my bag I can quickly connect to my phone and print out a couple of prints. There is something to be said for giving physical life to your images in a tangible print. Like a lot of the staff at Fstoppers, I'm a big believer in printing and displaying your work. With the amazing quality of images coming from phones like the Google Pixel 3 and newest iPhone, it's worth looking into solutions to print those images. There are more cellphone photos being taken every day and uploaded online to sites like Instagram than all the cameras on the market combined.