Lumix G9vs OM-D E-M10 IV
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Wildlife, Sports, Travel — Lumix G9 (2017): The G9 showed that Micro Four Thirds could compete for fast-action stills.
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
Lumix G9 (2017)
- Wildlife photographers who want fast burst and long telephoto reach at lower cost
- MFT system users who prioritise stills over video
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 om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the lumix g9 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix G9 (2017) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £549 | £469 |
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K 60fps, C4K 24fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | 225-point contrast-detect DFD | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 6.5 stops (6.0 stops dual IS) | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic | 15fps |
| Battery Life | 400 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 658g (body only) | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 136.9 × 97.3 × 91.6mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.83× 3.68M-dot | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | 2× SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, USB-C, HDMI full-size | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix G9 | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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