X-E4vs Lumix GH6vs OM-1 II
Which should you buy?
Compact Street & Travel Photography — X-E4 (2021): The X-E4 is for photographers who want the minimum camera that still delivers maximum image quality. If you love shooting from the rear screen and want the smallest possible X-mount body, this is your camera. If you need a viewfinder or IBIS, look at the X-S20 or X-T30 II.
Video Creators & Documentary Filmmakers — Lumix GH6 (2022): The video-first MFT camera — 5.7K internal, unlimited record times, and 10-bit colour for professional video production.
Wildlife & Action — OM-1 II (2024): 120fps burst, 8-stop IBIS, and IP53 sealing — the most capable wildlife and action camera in the Micro Four Thirds world.
Who should buy what
X-E4 (2021)
- Street photographers who prioritise portability and discretion
- Travel photographers packing minimally
- Fujifilm fans who shoot primarily from the rear screen
- Anyone who wants the X-Trans sensor in the smallest possible body
Lumix GH6 (2022)
- You're a video producer or documentary filmmaker who prioritises codec quality and recording flexibility
- You need unlimited recording times without overheating concerns
- You want professional video specifications at a price that makes commercial sense
OM-1 II (2024)
- You shoot wildlife, birds, or fast action and want the best MFT autofocus available
- You need strong weather sealing without the weight of a full-frame sports body
- You're in the MFT system and want a flagship-level body upgrade
Quick take: The x-e4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the x-e4 is the most affordable; only the lumix gh6, om-1 ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E4 (2021) | Lumix GH6 (2022) | OM-1 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £1,199 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 25.2MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Stacked BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 25.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p slow-motion, F-Log | 5.7K/60p, 4K/120p 10-bit, Cinema 4K, V-Log | 4K/120p Cinema4K, Apple ProRes RAW (with recorder) |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, face/Eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with subject detection | Quad-Pixel phase-detect, 1053 points, AI subject recognition (birds/animals) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7.5-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops (Dual IS) |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 14fps | 120fps electronic (blackout-free), 15fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~460 shots (CIPA) | 560 shots (CIPA) | ~520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 364g (body only) | 739g body only | 561g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 72.9 × 32.7mm | 138.4 × 100.3 × 99.6mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only (EVF accessory available) | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.83× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II slots |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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