Nikon Z50 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Let's look more closely at the Nikon Z50 and Olympus E-M10 IV, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Z50 (APS-C) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.

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The Z50 was introduced 9 months earlier than the E-M10 IV and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z50 scores versus the E-M10 IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 comes with physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 IV has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

See the Nikon Z50 and Olympus E-M10 IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Z50 and the E-M10 IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and E-M10 IV is 74 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and E-M10 IV.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z50 using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will give greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older Z50 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.