Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 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
- Old Model is Olympus E-M10 III
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Introduced April 2017
- Renewed by Sony A9 II
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Olympus E-M10 IV and Sony A9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Sony. The sensor resolution of the E-M10 IV (20MP) and the A9 (24MP) is relatively well matched but the E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) and A9 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe E-M10 IV was announced 3 years later than the A9 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the E-M10 IV matches up vs the A9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV and Sony Alpha A9. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 IV over the Sony A9
E-M10 IV | A9 | |||
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Introduced | August 2020 | April 2017 | Fresher by 41 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Olympus E-M10 IV
A9 | E-M10 IV | |||
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Screen resolution | 1440k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+400k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M10 IV and Sony A9
E-M10 IV | A9 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M10 IV offers external 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) whilst the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Examine the Olympus E-M10 IV and Sony A9 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the E-M10 IV against the A9.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-M10 IV and A9 is 81 and 65 respectively.
Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M10 IV and A9.
Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M10 IV having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A9 will give greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent E-M10 IV provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-M10 IV vs Sony A9 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV | Sony Alpha A9 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-08-04 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.7 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.20 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Redeye, fill-in, off, redeye slow-sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (1st-curtain), slow sync (2nd-curtain), manual | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | - |
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 383g (0.84 lb) | 673g (1.48 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 84 x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 650 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLS-50 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Retail price | $699 | $4,498 |