Olympus E-M10 IV vs Panasonic GX7

The following is a detailed analysis of the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic GX7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and GX7 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The E-M10 IV was introduced 6 years after the GX7 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the E-M10 IV grades vs the GX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus E-M10 IV offers physical dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has specifications of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Panasonic GX7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-M10 IV compared to the GX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and GX7 is 81 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M10 IV and GX7.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Olympus E-M10 IV to produce extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern E-M10 IV provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.