GH4vs Now Gen 3
Lumix
GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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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?
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
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
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
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 gh4 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £120 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | 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 | Single SD UHS-I slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| 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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