Instax Mini Evovs Nikon Zf
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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.
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
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
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
Quick take: The instax mini evo is the most affordable; only the nikon zf is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo (2022) | Nikon Zf (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 24.5MP |
| Video | N/A | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | N/A | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~290g | 710g with battery |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 76.0 × 40.8mm | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification |
| Screen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Mini Evo | Nikon Zf |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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