Instax Mini Evovs S1 II
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Instax Mini Evo (2022)
Starting from £150 new
Best for Creative hybrid shooters & smartphone generation
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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.
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 (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
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 is the most affordable; only the s1 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo (2022) | S1 II (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £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 | S1 II |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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