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OM-D E-M10 vs OM-D E-M10 IV
Quick take: The OM-D E-M10 IV has the highest resolution at 20MP; the OM-D E-M10 is the most affordable.
16 specs side by side·15 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
How to read this page. Highlighted cells win that row on the spec alone. Genre scores are the engine's base scores (enthusiast, photo and video); Camera Match re-weights them for your level and priorities. Price buttons are affiliate links; the price you pay is the same.
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Verdictwhich should you buy?
OM-D E-M10 IV — Travel & Everyday: Compact Micro Four Thirds body with built-in IBIS — ideal for travellers who want stability without bulk.
Who should buy what
OM-D E-M10 IV (2020)
is the right camera for you if…
- 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
Full specificationsthe better value in each row is highlighted
| Specification | OM-D E-M10Olympus · 2014 | OM-D E-M10 IVOlympus · 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £135 usedBest | £235 used |
| Sensor | 16.1MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 16.1MP | 20.3MPBest |
| Video | Full HD 1080p/30 | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, 81 areas, face and eye detection | Contrast-detect AF, 121 points, face and eye detection |
| Stabilisation | 3-axis in-body stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 8fps | 15fpsBest |
| Battery Life | ~320 shots (CIPA) | ~360 shots (CIPA)Best |
| Weight | 396g (with battery) | 383g (body only)Best |
| Dimensions | 119.1 × 82.3 × 45.9mm | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | Not weather sealed |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 1.44M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touch LCD, 1.04M dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 multi-connector, micro HDMI, hot shoe, Wi-Fi | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI |
Wins the row — price, resolution, burst, battery, weight and sealing are compared; text specs aren't ranked.
How they score by genreengine base scores out of 10
Genre
OM-D E-M10
OM-D E-M10 IV
Portrait
4.9/10
5.2/10
Street
5.9/10
6.1/10
Travel
5.3/10
5.6/10
Wedding & Events
3.5/10
3.9/10
Documentary
3.3/10
4.0/10
Sports & Action
4.8/10
5.5/10
Landscape
4.0/10
4.4/10
Wildlife
5.5/10
6.0/10
Casual
4.3/10
5.3/10
Food
5.4/10
6.0/10
Macro
5.1/10
6.1/10
Architecture
4.4/10
4.9/10
Astrophotography
4.1/10
5.5/10
Filmmaking
—
3.7/10
Fun & simple
—
5.5/10
Scores come from the same engine as Camera Match: verified specifications weighted by what each genre needs, with documented adjustments. The product page and this table show the enthusiast base score. See how scores are calculated →
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