OM-D E-M10 IVvs OM-1
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
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.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
Who should buy what
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
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The om-1 has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £469 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-D E-M10 IV | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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