Creative Film Shooters Who Want More From Their Half-Frame — Ektar H35N (2023): Everything the H35 was, plus a multiple-exposure mode that opens up a world of creative in-camera double exposures. The natural upgrade for H35 fans.
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.
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OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
Quick take: The ektar h35n is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Ektar H35N (2023) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £50 | £469 |
| Sensor | 35mm half-frame (18 × 24mm) | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | — | 20.3MP |
| Video | N/A — film camera | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Fixed focus (~1m to ∞) | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | N/A — film camera | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | Manual wind-on; multiple-exposure lever | 15fps |
| Battery Life | 1× AA alkaline battery | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | ~130g (without battery) | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 107 × 64 × 38mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Improved optical viewfinder with clearer framelines | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | N/A | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | 35mm film (ISO 100–400 recommended) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 35mm 135-format film cartridge | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | N/A | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Ektar H35N | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Everyday | — | |
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Low Light | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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