Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm X20→Fujifilm Instax Pal

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

You own

Fujifilm

X20

£250 used

2013

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

Instax Pal

£89 (-£160)

2023

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Situational

One clear hardware improvement over the X20. 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	X20	Instax Pal
Price	£250 used	£89
Released	2013	2023	↑
Sensor	12MP 2/3-inch X-Trans CMOS II	Digital 1/5" CMOS (5MP), no film
Resolution	12MP	—
Video	Full HD 1080p/60	—
Autofocus	Hybrid AF (contrast + on-sensor phase detection)	Fixed focus (19.4 cm to infinity)
Stabilisation	Lens-shift optical stabilisation	—
Burst Rate	12fps	—
Battery Life	~270 shots (CIPA)	Built-in rechargeable
Weight	353g (with battery)	41g	↑
Weather Sealed	Not weather sealed	Not weather sealed
Viewfinder	Optical zoom viewfinder with Digital Trans Panel, 85% coverage	None (ring finder or phone app)
Screen	2.8" fixed LCD, 460k dots	—
Mount	Fixed 4x Fujinon 28-112mm equivalent f/2-2.8	—
Memory Cards	Single SD slot	—

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