GH4vs Olympus OM-D E-M5 III
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GH4 (2014)
Starting from £349 new
Best for Video, independent filmmaking & documentary
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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?
Video, Independent Filmmaking & Documentary — GH4 (2014): The world's first consumer 4K camera — the GH4 changed independent filmmaking and proved that broadcast-quality video didn't require a cinema camera budget.
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
GH4 (2014)
- Videographers and independent filmmakers who want the camera that started the consumer 4K era
- Content creators looking for a capable 4K body at the lowest entry price
- MFT system users who want the best video capability on a tight budget
- Photographers interested in camera history — the GH4 is a landmark piece
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 olympus om-d e-m5 iii has the highest resolution at 20mp; the gh4 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | GH4 (2014) | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £349 | £699 |
| Sensor | 16.05MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, C4K/24p (first consumer camera with 4K), 1080p/96fps | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect DFD AF, face detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no body IBIS) | 7.5-stop 5-axis IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 12fps (AFS), 7fps (AFC) | 30fps electronic / 10fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~500 shots (CIPA) | 390 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 560g (with battery and card) | 414g body only |
| Dimensions | 133.2 × 93.4 × 83.0mm | 125.3 × 85.2 × 49.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, OLED 2.36M dots, 0.67× magnification | 0.35" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, 3.5mm mic jack, headphone jack, HDMI | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | GH4 | Olympus OM-D E-M5 III |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Street | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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