G85vs Now Gen 3
Polaroid
Now Gen 3 (2024)
Starting from £120 new
Best for Classic Polaroid fans & square-print lovers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
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
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
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; only the g85 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | G85 (2016) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £120 |
| Sensor | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 16.0MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~330 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 426g (body only) | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | N/A |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | G85 | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| 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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