OM-D E-M10 IVvs OM System TG-7

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) From £469 Best for Travel & everyday View OM-D E-M10 IV
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OM System OM System TG-7 OM System OM System TG-7 (2023) From £449 Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use View OM System TG-7

Which should you buy?

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.

Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.

↓ Full specifications below

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

OM System TG-7 (2023)

  • You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
  • You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
  • You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities

Quick take: The om-d e-m10 iv has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)OM System TG-7 (2023)
Price £469 £449
Sensor 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS 12MP BSI CMOS
Resolution 20.3MP 12.0MP
Video 4K/30p, 1080p/60p 4K/30p, 1080p/120p
Autofocus Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points Hybrid phase/contrast AF
Stabilisation 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops Digital IS
Burst Rate 15fps 20fps
Battery Life ~360 shots (CIPA) 340 shots (CIPA)
Weight 383g body only 253g
Dimensions 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm
Weather Sealed No Yes
Viewfinder EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification None
Screen 3.0" tilting touchscreen 3.0" fixed TFT LCD
Mount Micro Four Thirds Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom)
Memory Cards Single SD UHS-I slot Single SD UHS-I
Connectivity USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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