DC-G100Dvs Now Gen 3
Lumix
DC-G100D (2023)
Starting from £649 new
Best for Vlogging, content creation & lightweight travel
View DC-G100D
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?
Vlogging, Content Creation & Lightweight Travel — DC-G100D (2023): The lightest capable MFT mirrorless for vloggers — phase-detect AF, directional audio, and the full Lumix lens ecosystem under 350g.
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
DC-G100D (2023)
- Content creators who want better quality than a smartphone without the weight of a full-size camera
- Travel vloggers who want the smallest capable MFT camera with a flip screen and mic input
- Photography beginners entering the Lumix MFT system at an accessible price point
- G100 owners who want the upgraded phase-detect AF for better subject tracking
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 | DC-G100D (2023) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £649 | £120 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 4K/24p, 1080p/60p — V-Log L (upgrade) | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF — upgraded from G100's contrast-only DFD | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 2-axis (body); 5-axis Dual IS II when used with OIS lenses | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 10fps AF single, 9fps AFS continuous | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 333g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 116.5 × 82.5 × 55.8mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.53× 3.68M-dot — pop-up style | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.84M dots | N/A |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds (MFT) | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C, 3.5mm mic jack, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | DC-G100D | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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