Fujifilm QuickSnap Waterproof camera review: embracing the unknown
A writer tests the Fujifilm QuickSnap Waterproof film camera at a marine sanctuary near Melbourne/Naarm, reflecting on the experience of taking photos without preview. The camera has no screen, no edits, and no deleting, forcing a return to analog spontaneity. The writer notes how phone photography often pulls one out of the moment, while film allows staying present. After development, the photos arrived a week later, capturing unexpected moments like a black swan and a pelican. The writer concludes that imperfect photos can be more evocative than polished digital images. The article is produced in partnership with Fujifilm.
Key facts
- Fujifilm QuickSnap Waterproof camera has no screen, no edits, no deleting.
- The camera was tested at a marine sanctuary 30 minutes south of Melbourne/Naarm.
- The writer had not used a film camera in years.
- Photos were developed a week after the beach trip.
- The camera can capture photos at depths up to 10 metres.
- The article is produced in partnership with Fujifilm.
- The writer's phone has nearly 30,000 photos.
- The best photos were not technically perfect but captured feelings.
Entities
Institutions
- Fujifilm
- Frankie
Locations
- Melbourne
- Naarm
- Australia