Upgrade Guide
Fujifilm Instax Wide Evo→Fujifilm X-M5
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The X-M5 offers little measurable spec improvement over the Instax Wide Evo. Spend the money on glass instead.
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Instax Wide Evo | X-M5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parties & Events | — | ||
| Portrait | -2.0 | ||
| Creative | — | ||
| Landscape | -2.0 | ||
| Travel | +2.0 | ||
| Everyday | — | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Street | — | ||
| Wildlife | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | Instax Wide Evo | X-M5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £230 | £799 | |
| Released | 2024 | 2024 | |
| Sensor | Digital sensor + Instax Wide film output (99 × 62mm) | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | |
| Resolution | — | 26MP | |
| Video | N/A | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, 1080p/120p | |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus | Phase-detect, subject detection AF | |
| Stabilisation | N/A | Digital IS for video | |
| Burst Rate | N/A | 8fps electronic | |
| Battery Life | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C) | ~430 shots (CIPA) | |
| Weight | ~460g | 355g (with battery and card) | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | |
| Viewfinder | 2.7" LCD rear screen | None — rear screen only | |
| Screen | 2.7" LCD rear screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | |
| Mount | Instax Wide film pack (10 shots per pack) | Fujifilm X-mount | |
| Memory Cards | N/A | Single SD UHS-I slot |
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