X-E3vs Go Gen 2
Polaroid
Go Gen 2 (2022)
Starting from £85 new
Best for On-the-go shooting & Polaroid fans who want compact
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
On-The-Go Shooting & Polaroid Fans Who Want Compact — Go Gen 2 (2022): The most pocketable Polaroid ever — genuinely fits in a jacket pocket and produces beautiful prints with that classic white border.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
Go Gen 2 (2022)
- Polaroid fans who want classic square prints in the most pocketable body
- Travellers who want an instant camera that genuinely fits in a jacket pocket
- Anyone who finds standard Polaroid cameras too large to carry daily
- A great gift for someone who loves Polaroid but wants something compact
Quick take: The go gen 2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | Go Gen 2 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £85 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | Polaroid Go film (66.6 × 53.9mm / image area 46.4 × 34.7mm) |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | — |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Fixed focus (0.55m–∞) |
| Stabilisation | None | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~20 double packs) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | ~211g |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 104.9 × 83.9 × 56.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | N/A |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Polaroid Go film (16 shots per double pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | Go Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Low Light | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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