OM-D E-M10 IVvs ZV-E1
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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.
Video Creators, Vloggers & Filmmakers — ZV-E1 (2023): Full-frame video quality in a vlogging body — exceptional low-light performance and a genuinely compact form factor.
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
ZV-E1 (2023)
- Video creators who want full-frame low-light quality in a compact body
- Vloggers stepping up from APS-C who prioritise image quality over resolution
- Filmmakers who want S-Log3 and cinematic colour in a run-and-gun package
- A7S III users who want the same sensor in a smaller, lighter body
Quick take: The om-d e-m10 iv has the highest resolution at 20mp; the om-d e-m10 iv is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | OM-D E-M10 IV (2020) | ZV-E1 (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £469 | £1,999 |
| Sensor | 20.3MP Micro Four Thirds Live MOS | 12.1MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Exmor R |
| Resolution | 20.3MP | 12.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/60p (S-Cinetone, S-Log3), 4K/120p, 1080p/240p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast detect, 121 points | Real-time Tracking AF with subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 4.5 stops | IBIS — Active Mode for video |
| Burst Rate | 15fps | 10fps |
| Battery Life | ~360 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) / ~105 min video |
| Weight | 383g body only | 483g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 121.4 × 83.6 × 49.0mm | 121.4 × 71.6 × 54.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.46× magnification | None — screen only |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony FE mount (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single CFexpress Type A / SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm mic, Multi-Interface Shoe |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | OM-D E-M10 IV | ZV-E1 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Family & Everyday | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Low Light | — |
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