EOS M5vs OM-D E-M10 IV
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Portrait — EOS M5 (2016): The EOS M5 was the first EF-M camera with a built-in EVF — and it made the system feel complete. Fast Dual Pixel AF, a 9fps burst, and a high-resolution articulating screen deliver a confident shooting experience. No IBIS and 1080p video only limit its appeal for hybrid work, but for stills photographers it remains one of the most well-rounded EF-M bodies available.
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
EOS M5 (2016)
- Enthusiast photographers who want an EVF in a compact EF-M body
- Photographers switching from DSLR who want familiar handling
- Portrait and travel photographers who value fast AF and good ergonomics
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable EF-M stills camera
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
- Beginners and enthusiasts who want a compact, stylish Micro Four Thirds camera
- Travellers who want a small, light system without sacrificing image quality
- Smartphone upgraders who want a proper camera that still fits in a bag
- Anyone who wants built-in selfie capability in a traditional camera body
Quick take: The eos m5 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M5 (2016) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £469 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face detection | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~295 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 427g (body only) | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.2 × 88.1 × 60.6mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M5 | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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