OM-D E-M10 IVvs A7R VI
Sony
A7R VI (2025)
Starting from £4399 new
Best for Studio, landscape and commercial photographers needing maximum resolution
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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.
Studio, Landscape And Commercial Photographers Needing Maximum Resolution — A7R VI (2025): The A7R VI cements its place as the resolution flagship of the Sony full-frame range — 61MP, AI-driven autofocus, and 8K video make it as capable for video and action work as it is for studio and landscape photography. The price reflects its position at the top of the lineup, but the capability is hard to match.
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
A7R VI (2025)
- Studio and commercial photographers who need maximum resolution for large prints and heavy cropping
- Landscape photographers who want best-in-class dynamic range and detail
- Hybrid shooters who need 8K video alongside a 61MP stills sensor
- Professionals upgrading from the A7R V who want faster AI-driven autofocus
Quick take: The a7r vi has the highest resolution at 61mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the a7r vi is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | A7R VI (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £469 | £4,399 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 61MP full-frame stacked back-illuminated CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 61.0MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 8K 30fps, 4K 120fps oversampled |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | AI processing unit — subject recognition for people, animals, birds and vehicles across the frame |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | In-body 5-axis IS, up to 8.5 stops |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 8fps mechanical / 7fps electronic with full AF/AE tracking |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA, NP-FZ100) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 723g (body with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 131.3 × 96.9 × 82.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | EVF, 9.44M-dot, up to 120fps |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.2-inch 4-axis multi-angle touchscreen, 3.69M-dot |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual slots — CFexpress Type A / SD (UHS-II) |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C (10Gbps), Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.0, 2.5GbE |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-D E-M10 IV | A7R VI |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Wildlife | — | |
| Casual | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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