Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX Dvs Lumix GH5 II
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Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D (2024)
Starting from £170 new
Best for Collectors, gift buyers & style-conscious creatives
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Lumix GH5 II (2021)
Starting from £899 new
Best for Video, vlogging, documentary
View Lumix GH5 II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Collectors, Gift Buyers & Style-Conscious Creatives — Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D (2024): Everything the Evo offers, in the most striking design in the Instax range. Worth it if the aesthetic matters to you.
Video, Vlogging, Documentary — Lumix GH5 II (2021): The GH line's video credentials refined — excellent for video-first shooters.
Who should buy what
Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D (2024)
- Collectors who want the most striking Instax camera ever made
- Anyone buying a premium instant camera as a special gift
- Mini Evo owners attracted to the cinema-inspired aesthetic
- Style-conscious photographers who want their gear to make a statement
Lumix GH5 II (2021)
- Video creators who want Micro Four Thirds depth of field and lens range
- Documentary filmmakers who need weather sealing
Quick take: The instax mini evo cinema ex d is the most affordable; only the lumix gh5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D (2024) | Lumix GH5 II (2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £170 | £899 |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.3MP |
| Video | N/A | 4K 60fps 10-bit, C4K 24fps 10-bit, live streaming |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | 225-point contrast-detect, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | N/A | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 12fps mechanical, 75fps electronic (RAW) |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | 900 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~290g | 727g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 76.0 × 40.8mm | 138.5 × 98.1 × 87.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | EVF 0.76× 3.68M-dot |
| Screen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M-dot |
| Mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | N/A | 2× SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D | Lumix GH5 II |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Gifting | — |
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