The E-M10 II, released in 2015, brought a 16.1MP Live MOS sensor, 4-stop IBIS, a 2.36MP EVF, and a tilting touchscreen to the entry-level OM-D line in a 390g body. No 4K, no weather sealing. It improved the EVF resolution and IBIS over the original E-M10. A practical and affordable used-market body for still photography, though the absence of 4K limits its appeal for video work. It replaces the Olympus OM-D E-M10. It has been succeeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M10 III. At 390g, this is one of the lightest M43 bodies available, 148g below the M43 average of 538g. Step up to the OM System OM-3 if you want more controls at the cost of 24g extra.
Best for: Handheld and low-light photography
Pros
- 4-stop IBIS for handheld stability
Cons
- Contrast-detect AF only, slower on unpredictably moving subjects
- Not weather sealed
- No 4K video
Beginners and casual photography
Entry-level M43 with a viewfinder and 3-axis IBIS at a low second-hand price. No weather sealing. A reasonable starting point for someone wanting an interchangeable-lens camera with basic stabilisation. Full guide →
Travel and everyday use
Compact, light, and covers the basics for travel photography. The lack of weather sealing means you need to be careful in rain, but for general travel use the E-M10 II is a practical and affordable option. Full guide →
Specifications
| Body | |
| Brand | Olympus |
| Status | discontinued |
| Released | 2015-08 |
| Weight | 390g |
| Dimensions | 119.6 × 83.6 × 43.5mm |
| Weather sealed | No |
| Screen | Tilting |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Sensor | |
| Description | 16.1MP Live MOS |
| Megapixels | 16.1MP |
| Resolution | 4608 × 3456 |
| Viewfinder | |
| EVF | Yes |
| EVF resolution | 2.36MP |
| EVF magnification | 0.62x |
| Stabilisation | |
| IBIS | Yes |
| IBIS stops | 4 stops |
| Dual IS | No |
| Autofocus | |
| Phase detect | No |
| Subject recognition | No |
| Shooting | |
| Video | |
| 4K | No |
| 4K 60fps | No |
| Log | No |
| Ports & storage | |
| Card slots | 1 |
| Card type | SD UHS-I |
| HDMI | micro |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Mic port | No |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Battery | BLS-50 |
| Pricing | |
| Price (approx.) | N/A |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II have IBIS?
Yes. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II has in-body image stabilisation rated at 4 stops.
Is the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II weather sealed?
No. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II does not have weather sealing. Take care in rain or dusty conditions.
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II shoot 4K video?
No. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II does not record 4K video.
Does the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II have phase-detect autofocus?
No. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II uses contrast-detect autofocus. It is slower to lock on to moving subjects than phase-detect systems.
What card does the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II use?
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II has 1 card slot and accepts SD UHS-I cards.
How much does the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II weigh?
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II weighs 390g (body only, with battery and card).
Is the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II still worth buying?
The Olympus OM-D E-M10 II has been succeeded by the Olympus OM-D E-M10 III. The newer model improves on AF performance, sensor, and video specs. At a reduced second-hand price the Olympus OM-D E-M10 II remains a capable body, but the Olympus OM-D E-M10 III is the better long-term buy if the budget allows.