Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic FZ300

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic FZ300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and FZ300 (12MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and FZ300 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The E-M10 IV was launched 5 years later than the FZ300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the E-M10 IV grades vs the FZ300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 IV comes with outer 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 Panasonic FZ300 has measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

See the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the E-M10 IV against the FZ300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 IV and FZ300 is 81 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 IV and FZ300.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-M10 IV will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 IV will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.