Lumix S1Rvs Now Gen 3
Lumix
Lumix S1R (2019)
Starting from £2499 new
Best for High-resolution landscape, commercial & studio photography
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VS
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?
High-Resolution Landscape, Commercial & Studio Photography — Lumix S1R (2019): A 47MP full-frame resolution powerhouse with one of the finest EVFs ever made — the S1R rewards careful, deliberate photography.
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 S1R (2019)
- Landscape photographers who want maximum resolution in a weather-sealed, IBIS-equipped full-frame body
- Commercial and product photographers who need 47MP detail with the option of 187MP composite shots
- Studio portrait photographers who want the finest EVF available alongside a high-resolution sensor
- Leica SL2 users who want a more affordable L-mount high-resolution alternative
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 s1r is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1R (2019) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £120 |
| Sensor | 47.3MP full-frame CMOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | — |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), V-Log (upgrade) | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable for static subjects | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 898g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | N/A |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per pack) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1R | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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