Compare Micro Four Thirds Cameras & Lenses
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Popular camera comparisons
How to read the comparison table
Rows highlighted in green indicate that camera has a measurable advantage for that spec. Rows in red indicate the opposite. Rows with no highlight are either identical or not directly comparable (brand, sensor description, card type).
Not every green row is meaningful for your use case. A camera with more megapixels is not automatically better — it depends on what you shoot. Use the highlights as a quick scan, then read the actual values.
Specs that usually matter most
Sensor resolution
More megapixels give you more room to crop and larger print sizes. For most shooting, 20MP is more than enough. The jump from 20MP to 25MP is noticeable mainly in large prints or heavy crops. M43 sensors top out around 25MP currently, which is competitive with APS-C.
IBIS performance
In-body image stabilisation (IBIS) is one of the most practical specs to compare. More stops means you can handhold at slower shutter speeds. There is a real difference between a body rated at 5 stops and one rated at 7 stops for handheld video and low-light stills. Paired with a Panasonic OIS lens, Dual IS improves on IBIS alone.
Autofocus system
Phase detection AF is faster and more reliable for tracking moving subjects than contrast detection alone. Subject recognition (face, eye, animal, bird) further improves accuracy for portraits and wildlife. If you shoot action or video with moving subjects, these two specs matter more than sensor resolution.
Weather sealing
Weather sealing protects against dust and moisture but is not a guarantee against water damage. It requires a weather-sealed lens to be effective. If you shoot in rain or dusty conditions, both body and lens need to be sealed. A sealed body with an unsealed lens still risks damage through the lens mount.
Video
4K 60fps and log video profiles matter if you shoot video seriously. 4K at 30fps covers most everyday needs. Log profiles (V-Log, OM-Log) are important for colour grading in post. If you only shoot stills, these specs have no effect on your work.
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Popular lens comparisons
How to read the comparison table
Green highlights indicate an advantage for that lens on specs where more is better (wider aperture, closer minimum focus, more aperture blades). Lower weight and smaller size are also highlighted as advantages. Red highlights indicate the other lens has the edge.
Some specs are not highlighted because there is no universal winner. A longer focal length is not better or worse than a shorter one — it depends on what you are shooting.
Specs that usually matter most
Focal length and field of view
On M43, multiply the focal length by 2 to get the full-frame equivalent angle of view. A 25mm M43 lens sees the same angle as a 50mm on full frame. Zoom lenses cover a range; primes are fixed. Primes are generally sharper wide open and smaller for the same maximum aperture.
Maximum aperture
A wider maximum aperture (lower f-number) lets in more light and produces shallower depth of field. The jump from f/1.8 to f/1.2 is significant for low-light and subject isolation. On M43, f/1.2 is approximately equivalent to f/2.4 on full frame for depth of field, which is still useful but not as extreme as full-frame f/1.2.
Autofocus type
The AF system in the lens matters alongside the body's AF system. STM (stepping motor) and linear motors are quieter and faster than older micro-motor or micro-USM designs. For video, a quiet motor is important. For fast-moving subjects, motor speed and the communication protocol between lens and body matter more than any single spec.
Optical stabilisation
OIS in the lens helps with longer focal lengths where camera shake is more visible. On Panasonic bodies with IBIS, an OIS lens can activate Dual IS, which coordinates body and lens stabilisation for better results than either alone. OM System bodies use Sync IS with compatible OM System lenses.
Minimum focus distance and magnification
A shorter minimum focus distance lets you get closer to your subject. Combined with the max magnification figure, this tells you how large a small subject can appear in the frame. For close-up or macro work, these two specs matter more than aperture or focal length.
Weight and size
One of M43's main advantages is the smaller, lighter gear. A heavier lens narrows that advantage. For travel, street, or all-day shooting, the weight difference between two otherwise similar lenses is a real consideration. Check the dimensions as well — a lighter lens can still be awkward if it is long.