Fujifilm X-T4vs Z6 IIIvs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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?
Hybrid Shooters & Enthusiasts — Fujifilm X-T4 (2020): The X-T series reached hybrid maturity with the X-T4 — IBIS, 4K/60p, and Fujifilm colour science in the most complete X-T 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 & 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.
Who should buy what
Fujifilm X-T4 (2020)
- You want a capable hybrid camera for both stills and video shooting
- You're considering a mirrorless upgrade from a DSLR
- Note: the X-T5 offers better resolution for stills — consider it if video is secondary
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
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
Quick take: The fujifilm x-t4 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Fujifilm X-T4 (2020) | Z6 III (2024) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £999 | £2,199 | £699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS IV | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 24.5MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p, 1080p/240p, F-Log | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 6.5-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps mechanical / 30fps electronic | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | 600 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 607g body only | 760g body only | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.6 × 92.8 × 63.8mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.5" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots, 100fps | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-I | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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