Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III to the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV?
Upgrading is likely worth it. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- 20MP instead of 16.1MP
- faster bursts (15fps vs 8.6fps)
- a lighter body (383g vs 410g)
- 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2017 → 2020)
What you give up
- Nothing significant on paper
What it costs
| Olympus E-M10 Mark IV new | No longer sold new |
| Olympus E-M10 Mark IV used (MPB, typical) | £400 |
| Your Olympus E-M10 Mark III trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £180 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £220 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III specs · OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV specs · best lenses for the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark III to the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV?
The upgrade is likely worth it. You gain 20MP instead of 16.1MP, faster bursts (15fps vs 8.6fps), a lighter body (383g vs 410g), 3 years of newer processing and autofocus (2017 → 2020).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Olympus E-M10 Mark III to the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV?
The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV costs No longer sold new new and about £400 used at MPB. Trading in a used Olympus E-M10 Mark III might bring roughly £180, so the net cost is around £220 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Olympus E-M10 Mark III lenses work on the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV?
Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so your lenses fit directly.