Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 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
- Introduced August 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Announced December 2013
- Successor is Panasonic GM5
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Following is a complete review of the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and GM1 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).
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The E-M10 IV was released 6 years after the GM1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the E-M10 IV scores against the GM1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Panasonic GM1
E-M10 IV | GM1 | |||
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Announced | August 2020 | ![]() | December 2013 | More modern by 81 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper display (+4k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Olympus E-M10 IV
GM1 | E-M10 IV |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Panasonic GM1
E-M10 IV | GM1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M10 IV offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M10 IV versus the GM1.
![Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 size comparison Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-IV-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 IV and GM1 is 81 and 93 respectively.
![Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 top view buttons comparison Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-IV-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 IV and GM1.
As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Olympus E-M10 IV to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 IV should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 sensor size comparison Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-IV-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M10-IV-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-08-04 | 2013-12-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 107 | 107 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/500s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.7 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/50s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) | 204 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 230 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $699 | $750 |