How To Get Photograph Emote (Patch 7.18) in Final Fantasy XIV

Author: Penelope Mar 15,2025

One of the most enjoyable aspects of *Final Fantasy XIV*'s social scene is the wide array of emotes players can use to interact. This guide explains how to obtain the fun Photograph emote.

Screenshot showing the Photograph emote in Final Fantasy XIV

Screenshot by The Escapist

As part of a collaboration with Fujifilm Instax, *Final Fantasy XIV*'s Patch 7.18 introduced a free, unique emote: "Photograph." This charming emote lets you simulate taking pictures anywhere in Eorzea.

Unlike many emotes locked behind quests or purchases, "Photograph" is automatically available in your Emote menu after downloading Patch 7.18. No level or expansion is required.

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How To Use the Photograph Emote in FFXIV

Screenshot showing the Photograph emote used on a mount in FFXIV

Screenshot showing the Photograph emote used underwater in FFXIV

To use it, open your Emote menu (under the "Social" tab), find "Photograph" (usually under "General"), and press it. Your character will take a Polaroid-style picture. Add it to your Favorites for easy access.

The Photograph emote is a standard, non-continuous emote, but it's versatile. Use it underwater (like in the Ruby Sea), on mounts (both grounded and flying), or to create fun, dynamic poses. Patch 7.18 precedes the larger Patch 7.2 (late March), bringing new dungeons, the return to Arcadion, Cosmic Exploration, and more.

This concludes our guide on obtaining the Photograph emote in *Final Fantasy XIV*. See our other *FFXIV* content, including our guide to the Moogle Treasure Trove Phantasmagoria event rewards.

*Final Fantasy XIV is available now.*