Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III 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
- Old Model is Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Released July 2020
- Older Model is Sony A7S II

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Sony A7S III, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and A7S III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

The E-M10 IV was launched very close to the A7S III so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the E-M10 IV matches up vs the A7S III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Sony Alpha A7S III. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Sony A7S III
E-M10 IV | A7S III |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Olympus E-M10 IV
A7S III | E-M10 IV | |||
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Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Sony A7S III
E-M10 IV | A7S III | |||
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Released | August 2020 | ![]() | July 2020 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. 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 Sony A7S III has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M10 IV versus Sony A7S III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the E-M10 IV and the A7S III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 IV and A7S III is 81 and 61 respectively.

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M10 IV and A7S III.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Olympus E-M10 IV will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively.

Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A7S III Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Sony Alpha A7S III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Sony Alpha A7S III |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-08-04 | 2020-07-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | Bionz XR |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Available lenses | 107 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 9,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.91x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.7 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) | 699 gr (1.54 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 600 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Launch price | $699 | $3,499 |