Polaroid

Polaroid Now+ Generation 3

A entry-level pick in the instant cameras line-up, with Instant Cameras up front.

66/100
Solid pick
Overall score · how we rate
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Compared on the spec sheet
  • No hybrid (digital + film)
  • No selfie mode + mirror
Score profile

Where the Polaroid Now+ Generation 3 wins and loses

Scored against the instant cameras class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Film

Film formatPolaroid i-Type

Shooting modes

Double exposureYes
Self-timerYes

Lens and flash

Built-in flashYes

Design and power

Weight451 g
RechargeableYes
USB-C chargingYes
Tripod threadYes

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Head to head

Polaroid Now+ Generation 3 vs Fujifilm Instax mini EVO

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OverallValueFuture-proo…
Polaroid Now+ Generation 3Instax mini EVO
 PolaroidPolaroid Now+ Generation 3This pageFujifilmInstax mini EVO
Overall score66 /100Better50 /100
Film formatPolaroid i-TypeInstax mini
Double exposureYes
Weight451 g285 gBetter
Who it's for

Is the Polaroid Now+ Generation 3 right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable instant camera for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need hybrid (digital + film), in which case a higher-tier instant camera is the better call.

Enthusiast shooter
Shooting stills and video seriously, wants room to grow.
okay
Hybrid creator
Splits time between photos and video for content.
good
Beginner
Starting out and learning the ropes.
excellent
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Polaroid Now+ Generation 3 worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other instant cameras, a entry-level result where the class average is around 58.

What stands out on the Polaroid Now+ Generation 3?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the instant cameras class.

How does it compare to the Polaroid Now 9187 Thrasher Edition?

The Polaroid Now 9187 Thrasher Edition scores 53/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.