OM-1vs Go Gen 2
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Go Gen 2 (2022)
Starting from £85 new
Best for On-the-go shooting & Polaroid fans who want compact
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
On-The-Go Shooting & Polaroid Fans Who Want Compact — Go Gen 2 (2022): The most pocketable Polaroid ever — genuinely fits in a jacket pocket and produces beautiful prints with that classic white border.
Who should buy what
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Go Gen 2 (2022)
- Polaroid fans who want classic square prints in the most pocketable body
- Travellers who want an instant camera that genuinely fits in a jacket pocket
- Anyone who finds standard Polaroid cameras too large to carry daily
- A great gift for someone who loves Polaroid but wants something compact
Quick take: The go gen 2 is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-1 (2022) | Go Gen 2 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £85 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI | Polaroid Go film (66.6 × 53.9mm / image area 46.4 × 34.7mm) |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | — |
| Video | 4K 60fps 10-bit | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition | Fixed focus (0.55m–∞) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture | N/A |
| Battery Life | 520 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~20 double packs) |
| Weight | 599g (body only) | ~211g |
| Dimensions | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm | 104.9 × 83.9 × 56.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot | N/A |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Polaroid Go film (16 shots per double pack) |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-1 | Go Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Landscape | — |
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