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OM System OM-D E-M10 IV vs Panasonic Lumix G97

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The OM-D E-M10 IV wins 5 of 6 scored specs (burst, battery (cipa), weight); the G97 wins 1 (stabilization). The OM-D E-M10 IV is $50 cheaper.

5 WINSBuy it if you want: burst, battery (cipa), weight.
1 WINSBuy it if you want: stabilization.
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Size, to scale

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Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.

  • OM System OM-D E-M10 IV121.7 × 84.6 × 49 mm · 383 g
  • Panasonic Lumix G97130.4 × 93.5 × 77.4 mm · 530 g

Where they differ

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OM-D E-M10 IVG97
PRICE & SCORE
Price$800BEST$850
CameraFits score5.6BEST5.5
PHOTO
BurstThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.15 fpsBEST9 fps
StabilizationIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.4.5 stops5 stopsBEST
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).PeoplePeople · down to −4 EV
VIDEO
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.NoneV-Log L
Audio jacksA mic input for better sound, and a headphone jack to check what you are recording.NoneMic + headphone
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.360 shotsBEST280 shots
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.383 gBEST530 g
ViewfinderElectronic viewfinder resolution and magnification. More dots and a bigger magnification give a sharper, larger view.2.36M-dot, 0.62×2.36M-dot, 0.74×
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.Tilt-flipFully articulating
Weather sealingSeals against dust and light rain. Pair it with a sealed lens.NoYes

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