Go Gen 2vs RX100 VI
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?
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.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
Who should buy what
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
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The go gen 2 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Go Gen 2 (2022) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £85 | £700 |
| Sensor | Polaroid Go film (66.6 × 53.9mm / image area 46.4 × 34.7mm) | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.1MP |
| Video | N/A — instant film camera | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus (0.55m–∞) | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | N/A | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 24fps |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~20 double packs) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~211g | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 104.9 × 83.9 × 56.3mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Real-image optical viewfinder | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Polaroid Go film (16 shots per double pack) | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | N/A — instant film only | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C (charging) | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Go Gen 2 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Everyday | — | |
| Parties & Events | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Low Light | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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