Instax Wide 400vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Instax Wide 400 (2022)
Starting from £110 new
Best for Groups, landscapes & anyone who wants bigger prints
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OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Groups, Landscapes & Anyone Who Wants Bigger Prints — Instax Wide 400 (2022): The Wide format transforms instant photography — larger prints with proper presence. The right choice for groups and landscapes.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
Who should buy what
Instax Wide 400 (2022)
- Mini camera owners frustrated by how small the prints are
- Group photographers who want everyone to fit comfortably in a print
- Event organisers who want impactful keepsakes guests will actually display
- Anyone who wants instant prints with proper presence on a wall
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The instax wide 400 is the most affordable; only the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Instax Wide 400 (2022) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £110 | £699 |
| Sensor | Instax Wide film (99 × 62mm image area) | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.4MP |
| Video | N/A — instant film camera | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus (0.9m–∞) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | N/A | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 4× AA alkaline batteries (~100 shots) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~570g (with batteries, without film) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 172.7 × 119.4 × 71.2mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Real-image optical viewfinder | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Instax Wide film pack (10 shots per pack) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | N/A — instant film only | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | N/A | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Wide 400 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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