Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX Dvs S1 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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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.
Hybrid & Video — S1 II (2025): The S1 II is the full-frame L-mount hybrid camera Panasonic's system has been waiting for — phase-detect AF, 4K/120p, class-leading IBIS, and a professional build in one complete package. It addresses every weakness of the original S1 and positions Lumix firmly back in the conversation for serious hybrid 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
S1 II (2025)
- Hybrid photographers who need excellent stills and serious video capability
- Video professionals who want full-frame quality with 4K/120p
- Landscape and portrait photographers who want maximum stabilisation
- L-mount system users upgrading from S1 or S5 II
Quick take: The instax mini evo cinema ex d is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D (2024) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £170 | £2,200 |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | 24.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 24.2MP |
| Video | N/A | 6K/30p, 4K/120p, 10-bit 4:2:2 internal |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | Phase-detect AF with subject recognition (human, animal, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | N/A | 5-axis IBIS, up to 8 stops |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 30fps (electronic), 9fps (mechanical) |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~290g | 680g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 76.0 × 40.8mm | 138.5 × 100.0 × 91.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | Electronic, 3.68M dots, 0.78× |
| Screen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Dual slot: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Mini Evo Cinema EX D | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Gifting | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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