Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic FS12

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M10 IV and Panasonic FS12, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and FS12 (12MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and FS12 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 IV was released 11 years later than the FS12 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-M10 IV grades versus the FS12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV enjoys outer dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Compare the Olympus E-M10 IV and Panasonic FS12 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M10 IV and the FS12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 IV and FS12 is 81 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M10 IV and FS12.

All in all, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The E-M10 IV featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 IV will offer more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 IV will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.