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OM-D E-M10 IV vs PEN
Quick take: The PEN has the highest resolution at 20MP; the OM-D E-M10 IV is the most affordable; only the PEN is weather sealed.
16 specs side by side·16 genres scored·UK prices from Wex Photo Video and Clifton Cameras
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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-M10 IVOlympus · 2020 | PENOM System · 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £699Best | £849 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 20.4MP Four Thirds Live MOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 20.4MPBest |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/C4K, OM-Log400, vertical video support |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF, 121 points, face and eye detection | Phase-hybrid AF (121 points) with subject detection (people, cats, dogs) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | 5.5-stop IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 30fps electronicBest |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | 410 shots (CIPA)Best |
| Weight | 383g (body only)Best | 393g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | — |
| Weather Sealed | Not weather sealed | YesBest |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | Tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD (UHS-I) |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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 IV
PEN
Portrait
5.2/10
7.0/10
Street
6.1/10
7.8/10
Travel
5.8/10
7.4/10
Wedding & Events
3.9/10
6.3/10
Filmmaking
3.7/10
5.2/10
Documentary
4.0/10
7.0/10
Sports & Action
5.5/10
7.7/10
Landscape
4.4/10
6.1/10
Wildlife
6.0/10
8.1/10
Casual
6.7/10
6.3/10
Food
6.2/10
6.9/10
Macro
6.1/10
6.8/10
Architecture
4.9/10
6.1/10
Astrophotography
5.5/10
5.9/10
Fun & simple
5.8/10
4.7/10
Vlogging & Video
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6.7/10
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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