Canon PowerShot V10vs X-T30 IIvs OM-5
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Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
From £399
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Which should you buy?
Vloggers & Content Creators — Canon PowerShot V10 (2023): A vlog-first compact with a 1-inch sensor, front-facing screen, and Canon's Dual Pixel AF — the simplest way to create clean content on the go.
Street & Portrait Photography — X-T30 II (2021): Flagship sensor at a mid-range price — the rare camera that makes you want to go out and shoot.
Outdoor & Adventure — OM-5 (2022): The toughest camera at this price — IP53 weather sealing and 7.5-stop IBIS built for adventure photographers.
Who should buy what
Canon PowerShot V10 (2023)
- You create solo video content and need a simple, self-contained setup
- You want something more compact and less intimidating than a mirrorless
- You shoot primarily for social media or YouTube on a tight budget
X-T30 II (2021)
- You want excellent Fujifilm image quality in a smaller, lighter body
- You shoot primarily stills and don't need IBIS or complex video features
- You want to stretch your budget without compromising on image quality
OM-5 (2022)
- You need weather sealing and in-body stabilisation in a compact, lightweight body
- You hike, travel, or shoot outdoors and want serious protection without the weight penalty
- You're in the MFT ecosystem and want a step up in capability from entry-level bodies
Quick take: The x-t30 ii has the highest resolution at 26mp; the canon powershot v10 is the most affordable; only the om-5 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Canon PowerShot V10 (2023) | X-T30 II (2021) | OM-5 (2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 20MP 1-inch stacked CMOS | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.0MP | 26.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-mo | 4K/60p, 4K/120p Cinema4K |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Phase-detect, 121 all-cross points, subject tracking |
| Stabilisation | Digital IS | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.5 stops (Dual IS with compatible lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 30fps electronic, 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 230 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 211g | 383g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 75.2 × 105.7 × 46.5mm | 118.4 × 82.8 × 46.8mm | 122.3 × 87.6 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 2.0" tilting front-facing screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed 19mm-equiv f/2.8 lens | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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