Lumix S9vs OM-D E-M10 IV
Lumix
Lumix S9 (2024)
Starting from £1299 new
Best for Travel photographers, content creators & L-mount entry buyers
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel Photographers, Content Creators & L-Mount Entry Buyers — Lumix S9 (2024): The most compact full-frame camera available — a perfect travel and content creation companion with brilliant colour science.
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 S9 (2024)
- Travel photographers who want full-frame quality in the most compact package
- Content creators attracted to Real-time LUT and 10-bit video
- Photographers already in the L-mount ecosystem wanting a lightweight second body
- Lumix S5 II users who want something smaller for travel and casual shooting
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 lumix s9 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S9 (2024) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £469 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/60p, 1080p/240p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF with subject recognition | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | IBIS — up to 5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 30fps electronic | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 413g (with battery) | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 124.6 × 73.9 × 52.8mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None — rear screen only | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen (touch drag AF) | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Leica L mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S9 | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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