X-T30 IIvs Now Gen 3
Fujifilm
X-T30 II (2021)
Starting from £499 new
Best for Street & portrait photography
View X-T30 II
VS
Polaroid
Now Gen 3 (2024)
Starting from £120 new
Best for Classic Polaroid fans & square-print lovers
View Now Gen 3
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Portrait Photography — X-T30 II (2021): Flagship sensor at a mid-range price — the rare camera that makes you want to go out and shoot.
Classic Polaroid Fans & Square-Print Lovers — Now Gen 3 (2024): The definitive modern Polaroid. Autofocus, USB-C, and full-sized square prints — classic Polaroid experience, updated for today.
Who should buy what
X-T30 II (2021)
- Fujifilm fans who want flagship image quality at a mid-range price
- Street and portrait photographers who shoot JPEG-first with film simulations
- X-T30 owners looking for a meaningful processor upgrade
- Anyone stepping into the Fujifilm X-mount system for the first time
Now Gen 3 (2024)
- Anyone who wants the classic full-sized square Polaroid print experience
- Instax users who prefer Polaroid's dreamy colour palette and white border
- Party hosts and event photographers who want iconic-looking keepsakes
- Previous Polaroid Now owners upgrading to the Gen 3's improved autofocus
Quick take: The now gen 3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T30 II (2021) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £120 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 383g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | N/A |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T30 II | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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