Lumix G9 IIvs Now Gen 3
Lumix
Lumix G9 II (2023)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Wildlife, sports & hybrid MFT shooters
View Lumix G9 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?
Wildlife, Sports & Hybrid Mft Shooters — Lumix G9 II (2023): Phase-detect AF transforms the G9 II into a genuine MFT all-rounder — the best Lumix MFT camera for both stills and video.
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
Lumix G9 II (2023)
- Stills photographers who want the best MFT camera for sport and wildlife
- G9 owners upgrading to phase-detect AF and improved video specs
- Hybrid MFT shooters who want strong stills and 5.7K video in one body
- Photographers who want the most capable Lumix MFT camera ever made
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 lumix g9 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 II (2023) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £120 |
| Sensor | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 25.2MP | — |
| Video | 5.8K/30p, 4K/120p, C4K/60p, V-Log | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 8-stop IBIS (with OIS lenses) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 25fps with AF / 75fps electronic (fixed focus) | N/A |
| Battery Life | 680 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 658g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 134.3 × 100.3 × 90.5mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | N/A |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 II | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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