Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV
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Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Previous Model is Canon M50
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 383g - 122 x 84 x 49mm
- Announced August 2020
- Superseded the Olympus E-M10 III
Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon M50 II and Olympus E-M10 IV, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the M50 II (24MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is relatively well matched but the M50 II (APS-C) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe M50 II was introduced 3 months later than the E-M10 IV and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M50 II matches up versus the E-M10 IV in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 Mark II and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The whole galleries are available at Canon M50 II Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Olympus E-M10 IV
M50 II | E-M10 IV | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Canon M50 II
E-M10 IV | M50 II |
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Common features in the Canon M50 II and Olympus E-M10 IV
M50 II | E-M10 IV | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | August 2020 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M50 II offers exterior dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 IV has sizing of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Compare the Canon M50 II and Olympus E-M10 IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the M50 II compared to the E-M10 IV.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the M50 II and E-M10 IV is 79 and 81 respectively.
Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M50 II and E-M10 IV.
As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M50 II using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon M50 II will give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively.
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Canon M50 II vs Olympus E-M10 IV Specifications
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2020-08-04 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.7 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash settings | - | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 387 grams (0.85 lb) | 383 grams (0.84 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 305 pictures | 360 pictures |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $599 | $699 |