OM-3vs Now Gen 3
OM System
OM-3 (2024)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Travel, outdoor & adventure photography
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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?
Travel, Outdoor & Adventure Photography — OM-3 (2024): The ideal mid-range OM System camera — weather sealed, class-leading IBIS, and superb computational features in a compact body.
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
OM-3 (2024)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need weather sealing and compact size
- Wildlife and bird photographers wanting improved AF over the OM-5
- Travel shooters who want a rugged, lightweight MFT system
- OM-5 or E-M5 III owners wanting better autofocus without going to the OM-1
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 om-3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-3 (2024) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £120 |
| Sensor | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 20.4MP | — |
| Video | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF | N/A |
| Battery Life | ~400 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 414g (with battery) | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× 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-II slot | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-3 | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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