Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 383g - 122 x 84 x 49mm
- Launched August 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Announced January 2016
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are created by Olympus. The resolution of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe E-M10 IV was introduced 4 years later than the PEN-F and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-M10 IV scores against the PEN-F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Olympus PEN-F. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Olympus PEN-F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Olympus PEN-F
E-M10 IV | PEN-F | |||
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Announced | August 2020 | January 2016 | More recent by 56 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Crisper display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Olympus E-M10 IV
PEN-F | E-M10 IV | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Olympus PEN-F
E-M10 IV | PEN-F | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 IV offers outer measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Olympus PEN-F has proportions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M10 IV compared to the PEN-F.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 IV and PEN-F is 81 and 84 respectively.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 IV and PEN-F.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of files but you should always factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher E-M10 IV is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Screen and ViewFinder
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus PEN-F Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Olympus PEN-F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Olympus |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Olympus PEN-F |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-08-04 | 2016-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic VIII | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.7fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye 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) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 pounds) | 427g (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 894 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 330 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | BLN-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $1,000 |