X-A7vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIIvs OM-D E-M10 IV
OM System
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
From £699
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
Travel & Lightweight Outdoor Photography — Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019): The lightest weather-sealed MFT camera — compact, travel-friendly, and capable with 7.5-stop IBIS in a body that fits in a jacket pocket.
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
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- You want a lightweight, sealed camera for travel and outdoor photography
- You're new to Micro Four Thirds and want a capable mid-range body with excellent stabilisation
- Note: consider the newer OM-5 for updated specs in a similar compact form factor
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 x-a7 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable; only the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £699 | £469 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.4MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 414g body only | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | None | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
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