Z30vs OM-D E-M10 IV
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Everyday Video — Z30 (2022): Nikon's lightest Z-mount body — no fuss, excellent subject tracking, and a flip screen for creators.
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
Z30 (2022)
- Vloggers and content creators who don't need an EVF
- Beginners entering the Nikon Z system at the lowest price point
- Streamers who want a compact interchangeable-lens camera for desk use
- Travel and lifestyle shooters who want a compact APS-C Z body
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 z30 has the highest resolution at 21mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z30 (2022) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £479 | £469 |
| Sensor | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.9MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 4K/60p (with crop), 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 209 points, subject tracking (human/animal/vehicle) | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 11fps | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~300 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 405g body only | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 127.5 × 73.5 × 59.5mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z30 | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Family & Everyday | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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