Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIIvs Now Gen 3
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
View Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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 & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
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
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
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 olympus om-d e-m5 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £120 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical | N/A |
| Battery Life | 390 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 414g body only | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M 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 | Single SD UHS-I | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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