Instax Mini Evovs OM System TG-7
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Instax Mini Evo (2022)
Starting from £150 new
Best for Creative hybrid shooters & smartphone generation
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OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
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
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
Quick take: The instax mini evo is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Mini Evo (2022) | OM System TG-7 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £449 |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | 12MP BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 12.0MP |
| Video | N/A | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF |
| Stabilisation | N/A | Digital IS |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 20fps |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | 340 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~290g | 253g |
| Dimensions | 124.0 × 76.0 × 40.8mm | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | None |
| Screen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD |
| Mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB-C | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Mini Evo | OM System TG-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Creative | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
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