EOS R10vs Z6 IIIvs OM-D E-M10 IV
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS R10 (2022): Canon's most affordable RF body — Dual Pixel AF and a vari-angle screen in a compact, lightweight package.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Travel & Everyday — OM-D E-M10 IV (2020): Compact Micro Four Thirds body with built-in IBIS — ideal for travellers who want stability without bulk.
Who should buy what
EOS R10 (2022)
- You're buying your first serious interchangeable-lens camera
- You want reliable animal and people tracking without a steep learning curve
- You want an APS-C body with access to Canon's full RF lens range
Z6 III (2024)
- You need the best all-round full-frame camera in Nikon's Z system
- You shoot in challenging or low light and need exceptional high-ISO performance
- You want a hybrid body that genuinely excels at both professional stills and video
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
- You're new to mirrorless and want a small, uncomplicated first camera to learn on
- You want excellent in-body stabilisation to steady handheld video and shake-prone shooting
- You're drawn to the Micro Four Thirds ecosystem and want to start at the entry level
Quick take: The z6 iii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the z6 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R10 (2022) | Z6 III (2024) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £2,199 | £469 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.5MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/120p | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, eye/face/subject tracking | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical, 23fps electronic | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~430 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 429g body only | 760g body only | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 122.5 × 87.8 × 83.4mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
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