OM-D E-M10 IVvs Sony FX30
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.
Video Creators & Filmmakers — Sony FX30 (2022): The Cinema Line entry point — S-Cinetone colour science, 4K/120p, and XLR audio in a compact, affordable body that punches far above its price.
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
Sony FX30 (2022)
- Filmmakers and video creators who want a dedicated cinema-style APS-C body
- Content creators who need S-Cinetone and S-Log3 in a compact form factor
- A6700 owners who want cinema-style ergonomics and a full-size HDMI port
- Video professionals who want Sony's colour science without full-frame pricing
Quick take: The sony fx30 has the highest resolution at 26mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable; only the sony fx30 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | Sony FX30 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £469 | £1,799 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 26.1MP APS-C BSI Exmor R CMOS |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 26.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/120p, 4K/60p S-Log3, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | Real-time tracking AF, 759-point phase-detect |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | 5-axis Active IBIS |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 20fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 383g body only | 579g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 129.7 × 77.8 × 84.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | None (EVF optional via XLR handle) |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE (E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.2, HDMI A, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-D E-M10 IV | Sony FX30 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | — | |
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Documentary | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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