OM System TG-7vs Now Gen 3
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
VS
Polaroid
Now Gen 3 (2024)
Starting from £120 new
Best for Classic Polaroid fans & square-print lovers
View Now Gen 3
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.
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 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
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 system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Now Gen 3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £120 |
| Sensor | 12MP BSI CMOS | i-Type / 600 Polaroid film (79 × 79mm / image area 62 × 62mm) |
| Resolution | 12.0MP | — |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | N/A — instant film camera |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | Autofocus (0.4m–2m close; 2m–∞ landscape) |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | N/A |
| Burst Rate | 20fps | N/A |
| Battery Life | 340 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~15 packs) |
| Weight | 253g | ~445g |
| Dimensions | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 138.2 × 112.6 × 62.7mm |
| 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) | i-Type or 600 film (8 shots per 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 | Now Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure & Outdoor | — | |
| Underwater | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Creative | — |
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