Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic FX580

In this article, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic FX580, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and FX580 (12MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and FX580 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-M10 IV was brought out 11 years later than the FX580 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the E-M10 IV scores versus the FX580 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M10 IV features physical measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic FX580 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the E-M10 IV and the FX580.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 IV and FX580 is 81 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 IV and FX580.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 IV will provide extra detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 IV will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.