Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Body with ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is a compact, stylish Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera designed for beginners and enthusiasts seeking portability without sacrificing image quality. Paired with the slim M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ kit lens (28-84mm equivalent), it offers a versatile everyday zoom in a lightweight package ideal for travel, street photography, and casual shooting.
Sensor and Image Quality
At its core is a 20.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor and TruePic VIII processor. This combination delivers sharp detail, natural colors, and solid low-light performance across a native ISO range of 200–25,600 (extendable to 100). The Micro Four Thirds format keeps the system small while supporting a vast ecosystem of lenses.
Key Features
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5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization: Up to 4.5 stops of compensation for sharp handheld shots and smoother video.
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Autofocus System: 121-point contrast-detect AF with improved continuous focusing, Face Priority, and Eye Detection.
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Continuous Shooting: Up to 15 fps (silent electronic shutter) or 8.7 fps with mechanical shutter.
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Video Capabilities: UHD 4K recording at 30p, plus Full HD up to 60p.
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Display and Viewfinder: 3-inch tilting touchscreen that flips 180° downward for selfies and vlogging, plus a 2.36-million-dot OLED electronic viewfinder with 100% coverage.
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Connectivity: Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for easy wireless sharing and remote control via smartphone. USB charging supported.
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Creative Tools: Art Filters, Advanced Photo modes (including Live Composite), and a built-in flash.
Design and Handling
The retro-inspired body features dual control dials and an improved grip enhances usability. The pancake-style kit lens retracts to just 23 mm when powered off, making the combination highly pocketable.
Kit Lens Performance
The ED 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 EZ is a power zoom with a compact design, decent sharpness across the range, and a close minimum focus distance of 20 cm. It pairs perfectly with the camera’s stabilization system for everyday versatility.
Conclusion
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV with 14-42mm lens is an excellent entry-level mirrorless option. Its combination of effective stabilization, solid image quality, 4K video, and ultra-portable design makes it a strong choice for travelers, beginners, and anyone seeking a fun, capable camera that grows with their skills.
Olympus E-M10 Mark IV Specs...
Imaging
| Lens Mount |
Micro Four Thirds |
| Sensor Resolution |
Actual: 21.8 Megapixel
Effective: 20.3 Megapixel (5184 x 3888) |
| Sensor Type |
17.4 x 13 mm (Four Thirds) MOS |
| Crop Factor |
2x |
| Image Stabilization |
Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Built-In ND Filter |
None |
| Capture Type |
Stills & Video |
Exposure Control
| Shutter Type |
Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter, Electronic Shutter |
| Shutter Speed |
Mechanical Shutter
1/4000 to 60 Seconds
Up to 3 Hour in Bulb Mode
Electronic Front Curtain Shutter
1/320 to 60 Seconds
Electronic Shutter
1/16000 to 60 Seconds |
| Bulb/Time Mode |
Bulb Mode, Time Mode |
| ISO Sensitivity |
200 to 25,600 in Auto Mode (Extended: 100 to 25,600) |
| Metering Method |
Center-Weighted Average, Multi-Zone, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Aperture Priority, Auto, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority |
| Exposure Compensation |
-5 to +5 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
| Metering Range |
-2 to 20 EV |
| White Balance |
Presets: Auto, Color Temperature |
| Continuous Shooting |
Mechanical Shutter
Up to 8.7 fps at 20.3 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
Mechanical Shutter
Up to 5 fps at 20.3 MP for Unlimited Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG)
Electronic Shutter
Up to 15 fps at 20.3 MP for up to 42 Frames (Raw) / 49 Frames (JPEG)
Electronic Shutter
Up to 6.3 fps at 20.3 MP for up to 945 Frames (Raw) / Unlimited Frames (JPEG) |
| Interval Recording |
Yes |
| Self-Timer |
2/12-Second Delay |
Still Image Capture
| Image Sizes |
4:3 Raw
5184 x 3888
4608 x 3456
4:3 JPEG
5184 x 3888
3200 x 2400
1280 x 960 |
| Aspect Ratio |
4:3 |
| Image File Format |
JPEG, Raw |
| Bit Depth |
12-Bit |
Internal Video Capture
| Recording Modes |
H.264/MOV
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p [102 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p/119.88p [18 to 52 Mb/s]
HD (1280 x 720) at 23.98p/25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [10 to 26 Mb/s]
MOV
HD (1280 x 720) at 119.88p |
| Recording Limit |
Up to 29 Minutes |
| Broadcast Output |
NTSC/PAL |
| Built-In Microphone Type |
Stereo |
| Audio Recording |
2-Channel LPCM Audio |
External Video Capture
| External Recording Modes |
HDMI
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 29.97p |
| IP Streaming |
None |
Interface
| Media/Memory Card Slot |
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) |
| Video I/O |
1 x Micro-HDMI Output |
| Audio I/O |
None |
| Other I/O |
1 x USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) Input/Output (Shared with Power Input) |
| Power I/O |
1 x USB Micro-B Input/Output |
| Wireless |
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Global Positioning (GPS, GLONASS, etc.) |
None |
Monitor
| Size |
3.0" |
| Resolution |
1,040,000 Dot |
| Display Type |
180° Tilting Touchscreen LCD |
Viewfinder
| Type |
Built-In Electronic (OLED) |
| Resolution |
2,360,000 Dot |
| Eye Point |
19.2 mm |
| Coverage |
100% |
| Magnification |
Approx. 0.67x |
| Diopter Adjustment |
-4 to +2 |
Focus
| Focus Type |
Auto and Manual Focus |
| Focus Mode |
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF |
| Autofocus Points |
Contrast Detection: 121 |
Flash
| Built-In Flash |
Yes |
| Flash Modes |
Fill Flash, Off, Red-Eye Reduction, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction |
| Guide Number |
16.73' / 5.1 m at ISO 100 |
| Maximum Sync Speed |
1/250 Second |
| Flash Compensation |
-3 to +3 EV (1/3, 1/2, 1 EV Steps) |
| Dedicated Flash System |
TTL |
| External Flash Connection |
Hot Shoe |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
14 to 104°F / -10 to 40°C |
| Storage Temperature |
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C |
| Operating Humidity |
30 to 90% |
| Storage Humidity |
10 to 90% |
General
| Battery Type |
1 x BLS-50 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1175 mAh (Approx. 360 Shots) |
| Tripod Mounting Thread |
1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| Accessory Mount |
1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) |
4.79 x 3.32 x 1.93" / 121.7 x 84.4 x 49 mm |
| Weight |
11.82 oz / 335 g |
Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 14-42mm F/3.5-5.6 EZ Lens (Silver) Specs...
| Focal Length |
14 to 42mm (35mm Equivalent Focal Length: 28 to 84mm) |
| Maximum Aperture |
f/3.5 to 5.6 |
| Minimum Aperture |
f/22 |
| Angle of View |
75° to 29° |
| Maximum Magnification |
0.23x |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
7.87" / 20 cm |
| Optical Design |
8 Elements in 7 Groups |
| Diaphragm Blades |
5, Rounded |
| Focus Type |
Autofocus |
| Image Stabilization |
No |
| Filter Size |
37 mm (Front) |
| Dimensions (ø x L) |
2.4 x 0.9" / 61 x 22.9 mm |
| Weight |
3.21 oz / 91 g |
