Upgrade Guide
Fujifilm X-T5→Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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The Instax Mini Evo offers little measurable spec improvement over the X-T5. Spend the money on glass instead.
Unchanged or similar
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Weather sealingNot present in new body
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StabilisationIBIS not present in new body
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T5 | Instax Mini Evo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait | — | ||
| Landscape | — | ||
| Street | -2.0 | ||
| Travel | -2.0 | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | ||
| Sports & Action | — | ||
| Everyday | — | ||
| Parties & Events | — | ||
| Creative | — |
Full spec comparison
| Spec | X-T5 | Instax Mini Evo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £150 | |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 | |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR | Digital sensor + Instax Mini film output (62 × 46mm) | |
| Resolution | 40MP | — | |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p uncropped, F-Log2, 10-bit | N/A | |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Fixed focus | |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | N/A | |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | N/A | |
| Battery Life | ~740 shots (CIPA) | Rechargeable internal battery (USB-C, ~100 prints) | ↓ |
| Weight | 557g body only | ~290g | ↑ |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | ↓ |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | 1.0" LCD rear screen for preview | |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 1.0" LCD rear screen | |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Instax Mini film pack (10 shots per pack) | |
| Memory Cards | Dual slots: UHS-II + UHS-I | N/A |
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