Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Introduced June 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 119 x 82 x 46mm
- Launched March 2014
- Renewed by Olympus E-M10 II

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon Z fc versus Olympus E-M10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-M10 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

The Z fc was released 7 years later than the E-M10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z fc matches up versus the E-M10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Olympus E-M10
Z fc | E-M10 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | ![]() | March 2014 | Fresher by 89 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer screen (+3k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 over the Nikon Z fc
E-M10 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M10
Z fc | E-M10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 has proportions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z fc versus Olympus E-M10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z fc compared to the E-M10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and E-M10 is 79 and 82 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and E-M10.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z fc featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z fc will provide more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Z fc is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M10 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M10 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-06-28 | 2014-03-18 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 21 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.80 m (ISO100) |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual(1/1(FULL)~1/64) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lb) | 396 gr (0.87 lb) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 119 x 82 x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 884 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 320 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (12 sec., 2 sec.,custom (Waiting time 1-30sec.,Shooting interval 0.5/1/2/3sec.,Number of shots 1-10)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $949 | $600 |