OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV vs Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90)
OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV is the better pick for a film look; the Lumix G97 (G90) is better for landscapes, vlogging.
Choose the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV for
- faster bursts (15fps vs 9fps)
- a lighter body (383g vs 536g)
- a lower price (from £354)
- a newer design (2020)
Choose the Lumix G97 (G90) for
- more resolution (20.3MP vs 20MP)
- better low-light performance
- weather sealing
Specs side by side
| Spec | Olympus E-M10 Mark IV | Lumix G97 (G90) |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Micro Four Thirds, 20MP | Micro Four Thirds, 20.3MP |
| Mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Released | 2020 | 2019 |
| Burst | 15 fps | 9 fps |
| Readout | — | — |
| Max ISO | 25,600 | 25,600 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 4K 30p | 4K 30p |
| Weather sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 383 g | 536 g |
| Battery | OM System BLS-50 | Panasonic DMW-BLC12E |
| Card slots | SD (UHS-I) | SD (UHS-I) |
| New price | No longer sold new | £649 |
| Used at MPB | £354–439 | £369 |
| Native lenses in our database | 22 (8 third-party) | 22 (8 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | About equal |
| Portraits | About equal |
| Landscape | Lumix G97 (G90) |
| Wildlife & animals | About equal |
| Sports & action | About equal |
| Astrophotography | About equal |
| Vlogging & video | Lumix G97 (G90) |
| Vintage / film look | Olympus E-M10 Mark IV |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
Both cameras use the Micro Four Thirds mount, so lenses move between them. Batteries: OM System BLS-50 (about £54) vs Panasonic DMW-BLC12E (about £50).
Olympus E-M10 Mark IV compatible lenses → · Lumix G97 (G90) compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV better than the Panasonic Lumix G97 (G90)?
It depends on your priorities. The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV offers faster bursts (15fps vs 9fps), a lighter body (383g vs 536g), a lower price (from £354); the Lumix G97 (G90) offers more resolution (20.3MP vs 20MP), better low-light performance, weather sealing.
Which is better for video, the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV or the Lumix G97 (G90)?
They are closely matched for video (4K 30p vs 4K 30p); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Olympus E-M10 Mark IV or the Lumix G97 (G90)?
The Olympus E-M10 Mark IV costs No longer sold new new and from £354 used at MPB; the Lumix G97 (G90) costs £649 new and from £369 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use OM System Olympus E-M10 Mark IV lenses on the Lumix G97 (G90)?
Yes. Both use the Micro Four Thirds mount.