Z5 IIvs OM-D E-M10 IV
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Full-Frame Value — Z5 II (2024): The most accessible full-frame mirrorless — dual card slots, weather sealing, and Nikon colour at a sensible price.
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
Z5 II (2024)
- DSLR photographers making the switch to full-frame mirrorless
- Enthusiasts who want full-frame Z quality at the most accessible price
- Z5 owners wanting significantly improved autofocus and uncropped 4K
- Landscape and portrait photographers stepping up from APS-C
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 z5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the z5 ii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z5 II (2024) | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,299 | £469 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 20.3MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, 1080p/120p, N-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~470 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 700g body only | 383g body only |
| Dimensions | 134.0 × 100.5 × 69.9mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Z5 II | OM-D E-M10 IV |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Family & Everyday | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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