X-S10vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
Starting from £699 new
Best for Travel & lightweight outdoor photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Dslr Switchers, Travel & Vlogging — X-S10 (2020): The X-S10 brought IBIS and a fully articulating screen to Fujifilm's mid-range — a compelling DSLR replacement at a price that made Fujifilm accessible to a new audience.
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
X-S10 (2020)
- DSLR photographers switching to mirrorless who want familiar controls and a deep grip
- Vloggers who want Fujifilm film simulations with a fully articulating screen
- X-T30 or X-E4 owners who want IBIS and a more comfortable grip
- Budget-conscious buyers who want X-T4 image quality at a lower price
Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019)
- Travel photographers who want a compact, weather-sealed MFT body
- Outdoor photographers upgrading from the E-M10 who want better sealing
- Enthusiasts who want strong IBIS in a lightweight, portable system
- Photographers who want a capable travel camera that won't weigh them down
Quick take: The x-s10 has the highest resolution at 26mp; only the olympus om-d e-m5 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S10 (2020) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699 | £699 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/240p, F-Log support | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast-detect hybrid, subject detection AF | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — 5-axis, up to 6 stops | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~325 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 465g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic jack | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S10 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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