Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Key Specs
(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
- Revealed August 2020
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 410g - 122 x 84 x 50mm
- Launched August 2017
- Older Model is Olympus E-M10 II
- Successor is Olympus E-M10 IV

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M10 IV and Olympus E-M10 III, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are built by Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and E-M10 III (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

The E-M10 IV was launched 2 years later than the E-M10 III and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-M10 IV grades against the E-M10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III. The complete galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Olympus E-M10 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Olympus E-M10 III
E-M10 IV | E-M10 III | |||
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Launched | August 2020 | ![]() | August 2017 | Fresher by 36 months |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 III over the Olympus E-M10 IV
E-M10 III | E-M10 IV |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Olympus E-M10 III
E-M10 IV | E-M10 III | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV has physical dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 III has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M10 IV and Olympus E-M10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the E-M10 IV and the E-M10 III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and E-M10 III is 81 and 80 respectively.

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 IV and E-M10 III.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Olympus E-M10 IV to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 IV should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M10 III Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-08-04 | 2017-08-31 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.7fps | 8.6fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | 5.80 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual | Auto, redeye, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, redeye slow sync, fill-in, manual, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/250s |
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 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 | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 410 gr (0.90 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 122 x 84 x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 330 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $699 | $650 |