Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm FinePix X100S→Fujifilm Instax Pal

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

FinePix X100S

£369 used

2013

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

Instax Pal

£89 (-£280)

2023

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the FinePix X100S. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.

What's new in the Instax Pal

Suitability by genre

Base scores — computed from verified specs for an enthusiast shooting photo and video. The Upgrade Checker adjusts them for your skill level.

Full spec comparison

Spec	FinePix X100S	Instax Pal
Price	£369 used	£89
Released	2013	2023	↑
Sensor	16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II	Digital 1/5" CMOS (5MP), no film
Resolution	16MP	—
Video	1080p/60p	—
Autofocus	Hybrid AF with sensor-embedded phase-detect + contrast-detect	Fixed focus (19.4 cm to infinity)
Burst Rate	6fps	—
Battery Life	~330 shots (CIPA)	Built-in rechargeable
Weight	445g (with battery and card)	41g	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Hybrid optical/electronic viewfinder	None (ring finder or phone app)
Screen	2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots	—
Mount	Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equivalent)	—
Memory Cards	Single SD UHS-I slot	—

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