Instax Mini Evovs DC-G100D
Fujifilm
Instax Mini Evo (2022)
Starting from £150 new
Best for Creative hybrid shooters & smartphone generation
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Lumix
DC-G100D (2023)
Starting from £649 new
Best for Vlogging, content creation & lightweight travel
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Creative Hybrid Shooters & Smartphone Generation — Instax Mini Evo (2022): The smartest Instax camera — digital preview means you only print the shots worth keeping, and 100 creative combinations keep things endlessly interesting.
Vlogging, Content Creation & Lightweight Travel — DC-G100D (2023): The lightest capable MFT mirrorless for vloggers — phase-detect AF, directional audio, and the full Lumix lens ecosystem under 350g.
Who should buy what
Instax Mini Evo (2022)
- Smartphone users who want the tactile joy of prints without wasting film
- Creatives who want 100 effect combinations in a slim, stylish body
- Anyone who wants digital backups of their instant prints via Bluetooth
- Mini 12 or Mini 99 owners who want preview before printing
DC-G100D (2023)
- Content creators who want better quality than a smartphone without the weight of a full-size camera
- Travel vloggers who want the smallest capable MFT camera with a flip screen and mic input
- Photography beginners entering the Lumix MFT system at an accessible price point
- G100 owners who want the upgraded phase-detect AF for better subject tracking
Quick take: The instax mini evo is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo (2022) | DC-G100D (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £649 |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.3MP |
| Video | N/A | 4K/30p, 4K/24p, 1080p/60p — V-Log L (upgrade) |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | Phase-detect AF — upgraded from G100's contrast-only DFD |
| Stabilisation | N/A | 2-axis (body); 5-axis Dual IS II when used with OIS lenses |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 10fps AF single, 9fps AFS continuous |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | ~250 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~290g | 333g body only |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 76.0 × 40.8mm | 116.5 × 82.5 × 55.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | EVF 0.53× 3.68M-dot — pop-up style |
| Screen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots |
| Mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C | USB-C, 3.5mm mic jack, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Mini Evo | DC-G100D |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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