Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus SZ-12

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Olympus SZ-12, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and SZ-12 (14MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and SZ-12 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The E-M10 IV was launched 8 years after the SZ-12 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus SZ-12 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the E-M10 IV grades versus the SZ-12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Olympus SZ-12. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Olympus SZ-12 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 IV provides external 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) whilst the Olympus SZ-12 has measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Olympus SZ-12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M10 IV vs the SZ-12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and SZ-12 is 81 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 IV and SZ-12.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M10 IV because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 IV will offer more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent E-M10 IV provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.