Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 497g - 130 x 94 x 63mm
- Released October 2013
- Renewed by Olympus E-M1 II
(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
- Released March 2014
- Refreshed by Olympus E-M10 II
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-M10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Olympus. The image resolution of the E-M1 (16MP) and the E-M10 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-M1 was released 4 months before the E-M10 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the E-M1 grades versus the E-M10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1 and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 over the Olympus E-M10
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 over the Olympus E-M1
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Common features in the Olympus E-M1 and Olympus E-M10
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Released | October 2013 | March 2014 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 1037k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 has external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Olympus E-M10 has dimensions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M1 versus Olympus E-M10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the E-M1 vs the E-M10.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M1 and E-M10 is 71 and 82 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 and E-M10.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images though you should really consider the release date of the cameras into account.
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Olympus E-M1 vs Olympus E-M10 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-10-28 | 2014-03-18 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePIC VII | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 81 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,037k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.80 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain), Manual | 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) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 497 grams (1.10 lbs) | 396 grams (0.87 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 63mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.5") | 119 x 82 x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.0 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 757 | 884 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 images | 320 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLN-1 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes (12 sec., 2 sec.,custom (Waiting time 1-30sec.,Shooting interval 0.5/1/2/3sec.,Number of shots 1-10)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $799 | $600 |