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120N vs OM-D E-M10 IV
Quick take: The 120N is the most affordable.
Different kinds of camera — their specs aren't comparable, so read the rows as facts, not a contest.
19 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video, Clifton Cameras, MPB, eBay and Amazon UK
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Size comparedbody only, no lens · drawn to one scale
- 120N 140 × 102 × 76 mm · 200 g
- OM-D E-M10 IV 121 × 84 × 49 mm · 383 g
The OM-D E-M10 IV is 19 mm narrower, 18 mm shorter, 27 mm slimmer and 183 g heavier than the 120N.
Drawn to scale from the makers' dimensions (W × H × D). Front shown, depth on the slanted edge.
Verdictwhich should you buy?
OM-D E-M10 IV — Travel & Everyday: Compact Micro Four Thirds body with built-in IBIS — ideal for travellers who want stability without bulk.
Who should buy what
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
is the right camera for you if…
- 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
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | 120NHolga | OM-D E-M10 IVOlympus · 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £17 usedBest | £235 used |
| Sensor | — | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.3MP |
| Film | 120 roll film | — |
| Video | No video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Manual zone focus | Contrast-detect AF, 121 points, face and eye detection |
| Exposure | Fixed (one shutter speed and aperture) | — |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | — | 15fps |
| Battery Life | No battery needed | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 200gBest | 383g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 140 × 102 × 76 mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed |
| Viewfinder | Optical (SLR) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | No screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
| Lens | 60 mm f/8 | — |
| Memory Cards | — | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | — | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
120N
OM-D E-M10 IV
Fun & simple
5.8/10
5.5/10
Portrait
—
5.2/10
Street
—
6.1/10
Travel
—
5.6/10
Wedding & Events
—
3.9/10
Filmmaking
—
3.7/10
Documentary
—
4.0/10
Sports & Action
—
5.5/10
Landscape
—
4.4/10
Wildlife
—
6.0/10
Casual
—
5.3/10
Food
—
6.0/10
Macro
—
6.1/10
Architecture
—
4.9/10
Astrophotography
—
5.5/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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