Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 383g - 122 x 84 x 49mm
- Released August 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-450mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 178g - 97 x 61 x 33mm
- Revealed September 2011
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus E-M10 IV and Pentax RZ18, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and RZ18 (16MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe E-M10 IV was brought out 9 years after the RZ18 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-M10 IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the E-M10 IV scores against the RZ18 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Pentax Optio RZ18. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Pentax RZ18 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Pentax RZ18
E-M10 IV | RZ18 | |||
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Revealed | August 2020 | September 2011 | More modern by 109 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax RZ18 over the Olympus E-M10 IV
RZ18 | E-M10 IV |
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Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Pentax RZ18
E-M10 IV | RZ18 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M10 IV has physical measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Pentax RZ18 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M10 IV and Pentax RZ18 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the E-M10 IV compared to the RZ18.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M10 IV and RZ18 is 81 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 IV and RZ18.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M10 IV featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M10 IV will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher E-M10 IV will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax RZ18 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Pentax Optio RZ18 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Pentax Optio RZ18 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-08-04 | 2011-09-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic VIII | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.7fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | 2.80 m |
Flash modes | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 178 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 97 x 61 x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | BLS-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $699 | $210 |