Between the Instax mini Evo and Now (Gen 3), the Instax mini Evo comes out ahead in hybrid (digital + print), while the Now (Gen 3) wins on film format. Overall, the Instax mini Evo scores 91.4 and the Now (Gen 3) scores 75.6 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Instax mini Evo is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 15.8 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Instax mini Evo if you care most about hybrid (digital + print). The biggest gaps in its favor are hybrid (digital + print).
Pick the Now (Gen 3) if you care most about film format. Its strongest claims are film format.
Both ship with comparable double exposure, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Instax mini Evo is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Fujifilm - Instax mini Evo wins
- ▲Has Hybrid (digital + print).
Why Polaroid - Now (Gen 3) wins
- ▲Film format: Polaroid i-Type (vs Instax mini).
Spec comparison
Film
| Spec | Fujifilm - Instax mini Evo | Polaroid - Now (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Film format | Instax mini | Polaroid i-Typelead |
| Hybrid (digital + print) | truelead | false |
Features
| Spec | Fujifilm - Instax mini Evo | Polaroid - Now (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Selfie mirror | false | truelead |
| Double exposure | true | true |
| Lens count | 1 | 2lead |
Design
| Spec | Fujifilm - Instax mini Evo | Polaroid - Now (Gen 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 285 glead | 434 g |
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