OM System TG-7vs Go Gen 2
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
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VS
Polaroid
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?
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
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 System TG-7 (2023)
- Divers and snorkellers who need a waterproof camera without a housing
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who want a rugged pocket compact
- Parents who want an indestructible camera for children and family adventures
- Travellers who want a tough backup camera that can go anywhere
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 system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Go Gen 2 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £85 |
| Sensor | 12MP BSI CMOS | Polaroid Go film (66.6 × 53.9mm / image area 46.4 × 34.7mm) |
| Resolution | 12.0MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Fixed focus (0.55m–∞) |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | N/A |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~20 double packs) |
| Weight | 253g | ~211g |
| Dimensions | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 104.9 × 83.9 × 56.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Real-image optical viewfinder |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | N/A |
| Mount | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Polaroid Go film (16 shots per double pack) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | N/A — instant film only |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (charging) |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM System TG-7 | Go Gen 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Landscape | — |
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