Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV
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Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 515g - 130 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced August 2009
(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
- Released August 2020
- Old Model is Olympus E-M10 III

Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-600 versus Olympus E-M10 IV, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Olympus. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-600 (12MP) and E-M10 IV (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

The E-600 was revealed 12 years earlier than the E-M10 IV which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-600 being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the E-600 scores against the E-M10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus E-600 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-600 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-600 over the Olympus E-M10 IV
E-600 | E-M10 IV | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Olympus E-600
E-M10 IV | E-600 | |||
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Released | August 2020 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 133 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-600 and Olympus E-M10 IV
E-600 | E-M10 IV | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-600 provides exterior dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 515 grams (1.14 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 IV has measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-600 versus Olympus E-M10 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the E-600 and the E-M10 IV.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E-600 and E-M10 IV is 71 and 81 respectively.

Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-600 and E-M10 IV.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus E-M10 IV to give greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged E-600 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-600 vs Olympus E-M10 IV Specifications
Olympus E-600 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model | Olympus E-600 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-08-30 | 2020-08-04 |
Body design | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III+ | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 7 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 45 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | HyperCrystal LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.48x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 8.7fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Front curtain, Rear curtain, Fill-in, Manual | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/180 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 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 | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 515 grams (1.14 lbs) | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 55 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 541 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 pictures | 360 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-1 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $0 | $699 |