Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7R V

On this page, we will be analyzing the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Sony A7R V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and A7R V (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The E-M10 IV was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A7R V and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the E-M10 IV grades versus the A7R V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV & Sony Alpha A7R V. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery & Sony A7R V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV has got physical measurements of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Analyze the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Sony A7R V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E-M10 IV compared to the A7R V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E-M10 IV and A7R V is 81 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 IV and A7R V.

As you can see, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R V will give more detail having an extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older E-M10 IV is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.