OM-D E-M10 IVvs OM-3
VS
OM System
OM-3 (2024)
Starting from £999 new
Best for Travel, outdoor & adventure photography
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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.
Travel, Outdoor & Adventure Photography — OM-3 (2024): The ideal mid-range OM System camera — weather sealed, class-leading IBIS, and superb computational features in a compact body.
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-3 (2024)
- Outdoor and adventure photographers who need weather sealing and compact size
- Wildlife and bird photographers wanting improved AF over the OM-5
- Travel shooters who want a rugged, lightweight MFT system
- OM-5 or E-M5 III owners wanting better autofocus without going to the OM-1
Quick take: The om-3 has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the om-3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | OM-3 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £469 | £999 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Live MOS Micro Four Thirds |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/60p (10-bit), C4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | Phase-detect AF — subject recognition (human, animal, bird, vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | IBIS — up to 6.5 stops (7.5 stops with Sync IS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic with AF |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | ~400 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 414g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 122.3 × 84.6 × 49.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-D E-M10 IV | OM-3 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
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