Sporting a classic design and sleek form factor, the OM-D E-M10 Mark II from Olympus is a mirrorless Micro Four Thirds digital camera featuring refined stills and movie recording capabilities to suit working in a variety of day-to-day environments. A high-resolution 16.1MP 4/3 Live MOS sensor pairs with the TruePic VII image processor to facilitate up to 8.5 fps shooting and full HD 1080p/60 movie recording, with a top sensitivity of ISO 25600. In-camera 5-axis image stabilization compensates for up to 4 stops of camera shake to benefit working in difficult lighting conditions and a FAST AF system employs 81 contrast-detection areas for quick, accurate performance with dedicated subject tracking modes. The retro-themed body incorporates a range of assignable function buttons and dials, as well as a 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder and 3.0" 1.04m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD for clear image monitoring and playback. Besides the handsome appeal of the E-M10 Mark II's design, its main assets lie in its versatility of shooting functions and performance to benefit photographers and videographers alike.
Benefited by the range of imaging capabilities, the E-M10 Mark II also incorporates a variety of shooting modes to suit working in various situations. A Silent Mode utilizes an electronic shutter for perfectly quiet picture-taking, with shutter speeds up to 1/16,000 sec. available. Live Bulb and Live Time modes are well-suited to creative long exposure photography and a dedicated Live Composite mode lets you watch a long exposure gradually build up during the course of the shot. Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to pair the camera with your smartphone or tablet for wireless sharing and remote camera control, and an interval shooting mode can be used to produce in-camera 4K time lapse movies.
Included with the camera body is the M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R standard zoom lens, which provides a 28-84mm equivalent focal length range. It features quiet autofocus and zooming operation to benefit recording movies and also incorporates three aspherical elements to reduce aberrations and produce high image sharpness and clarity.
16.1MP Live MOS Sensor and TruePic VII Image Processor
Featuring a 16.1MP 4/3 Live MOS sensor, along with the TruePic VII image processor, the E-M10 Mark II is capable of recording high-resolution stills and full HD 1080p video with sensitivity to ISO 25600. The processing speed also avails a top continuous shooting rate of 8.5 fps in full-resolution, with the ability to record up to 22 12-bit RAW files in a single burst or 36 JPEGs. When working at a slower, 4 fps shooting rate, you are able to record infinite bursts for the capacity of your memory card.
In-Camera 5-Axis Image Stabilization
In-body, sensor-shift image stabilization helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake by up to 4 stops with any lens in use and compensates for camera movements that become especially noticeable when working with telephoto shots, macro imagery, and long exposures. Furthermore, this unique image stabilization system works across five axes to compensate for vertical angle rotation, horizontal angle rotation, horizontal shift, vertical shift, and rolling camera shake movement. This range of detected movements serves to benefit traditional still image shooting as well as movie recording and working with moving subjects more effectively. Additionally, image stabilization can also be used when framing shots, for more accurate compositions, by half-pressing the shutter button.
Body Design
FAST AF System and Focus Controls
The FAST contrast-detection autofocus system employs 81 areas to quickly and accurately acquire focus on both moving and stationary subjects. Both face and eye-detection modes can also be used for precise tracking of subjects, and single and continuous focusing modes can also be employed. When working with manual focus, a manual focus assist function can magnify the image for easily identifying sharp focus and a peaking function can be used, too, for quickly determining in-focus areas in the scene based on colored, highlighted lines of contrast.
OM-D Movie
Full HD 1080p video recording is supported in a variety of frame rates up to 60 fps in ALL-I or IPB compressions, with a maximum bit-rate of 77 Mbps. In addition to standard video recording, high-speed video recording is also supported at 120 fps in 640 x 480 resolution. A dedicated clips feature is ideal for sharing short movies in preset times of 1, 2, 4, and 8 second durations, with the ability to extend limits by re-pressing the record button.
Sound is recorded during movies using the built-in stereo microphone, and a wind noise reduction tool can be used for cleaner sound. Also, the microphone volume can be limited during recording.
M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R Lens
Included with the E-M10 Mark II is the versatile M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R zoom lens, which provides a 28-84mm equivalent focal length range. Three aspherical elements have been incorporated into the lens' design to help reduce spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range and also contribute to high image sharpness and clarity. The lens is designated as MSC (Movie & Still Compatible), making it ideal for video recording due to its quick and near-silent focusing performance.
Other Camera Features
Imaging | |
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Lens Mount | Micro Four Thirds |
Camera Format | Micro Four Thirds (2x Crop Factor) |
Pixels | Actual: 17.2 Megapixel Effective: 16.1 Megapixel |
Max Resolution | 4608 x 3456 |
Aspect Ratio | 1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
Sensor Type / Size | MOS, 17.3 x 13 mm |
File Formats | Still Images: JPEG, MPO, RAW Movies: AVI, MOV, MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: Linear PCM (Stereo) |
Bit Depth | 12-bit |
Dust Reduction System | Yes |
Memory Card Type | SDHC SDXC |
Image Stabilization | Sensor-Shift, 5-Way |
AV Recording | |
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Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
Video Format | High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 29.97 fps (77 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 25 fps (77 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 23.98 fps (77 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 29.97 fps (52 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 25 fps (52 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 23.98 fps (52 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 29.97 fps (30 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 25 fps (30 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 23.98 fps (30 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 29.97 fps (18 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 25 fps (18 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 23.98 fps (18 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 59.94 fps (52 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 50 fps (52 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 59.94 fps (30 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 50 fps (30 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1920 x 1080p / 59.94 fps (18 Mbps) 1920 x 1080p / 50 fps (18 Mbps) High Definition MOV 1280 x 720p / 59.94 fps 1280 x 720p / 50 fps High Definition MOV 1280 x 720p / 29.97 fps 1280 x 720p / 25 fps 1280 x 720p / 23.98 fps High Definition AVI 1280 x 720p / 30 fps Standard Definition AVI 640 x 480p / 120 fps 640 x 480p / 30 fps |
Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
Video Clip Length | Up to 29 Min |
Audio Recording | Built-in Mic: With Video, Stereo |
Focus Control | |
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Focus Type | Auto & Manual |
Focus Mode | Continuous-servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-servo AF (S) |
Autofocus Points | Contrast Detection:81 |
Viewfinder/Display | |
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Viewfinder Type | Electronic |
Viewfinder Pixel Count | 2,360,000 |
Viewfinder Eye Point | 19.2 mm |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | Approx. 1.08x |
Diopter Adjustment | - 4 to +2 m |
Display Screen | 3" Rear Touchscreen Tilting LCD (1,040,000) |
Exposure Control | |
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ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 200-25600 (Extended Mode: Auto, 100-25600) |
Shutter | Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: 60 - 1/4000 second Type: Electronic & Mechanical Speed: .5 - 1 minute in Bulb Mode Type: Electronic Speed: 60 - 1/16000 second |
Remote Control | RM-UC1 (Optional) |
Metering Method | Center-weighted average metering, Multi-zone metering, Spot metering, Highlight Weighted |
Exposure Modes | Modes: Aperture Priority, Art Filter, Bulb, Intelligent Auto, Manual, Program Shift, Programmed Auto, Scene Selection, Shutter Priority, Time, Underwater Metering Range: EV -2.0 - EV 20.0 Compensation: -5 EV to +5 EV (in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps) |
White Balance Modes | Auto, Custom |
Continuous Shooting | Up to 8.5 fps at 16.1 MP for up to 36 frames Up to 4 fps at 16.1 MP for up to frames |
Flash | |
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Flash Modes | Auto Fill-in Manual Off Red-eye Reduction Second-curtain Sync Slow Sync Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction |
Built-in Flash | Yes |
Guide No. | 19.03' (5.8 m) ISO100 |
Max Sync Speed | 1 / 250 seconds |
Flash Compensation | -3 EV to +3 EV (in 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV steps) |
Dedicated Flash System | TTL Remote Firing Groups: 4 Channels: 4 |
External Flash Connection | Hot Shoe |
Performance | |
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Self Timer | 12 seconds, 2 seconds Custom: 1-30 seconds at 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 second intervals Number of Shots: 1-10 |
Interval Recording | Yes |
Connectivity | HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 |
Wi-Fi Capable | Yes |
Power | |
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Battery | 1x BLS-50 Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Pack, 7.2 VDC, 1175 mAh |
Operating/Storage Temperature | Operating 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Humidity: 30 - 90% |
Physical | |
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Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.7 x 3.3 x 1.8" / 119.5 x 83.1 x 46.7 mm |
Weight | 13.76 oz / 390 g with battery and memory card |
Kit Lens | |
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Focal Length | 14 - 42mm Comparable 35mm Focal Length: 28 - 84 mm |
Aperture | Maximum: f/3.5 - 5.6 Minimum: f/22 |
Angle of View | 75° - 29° |
Minimum Focus Distance | 9.84" (25 cm) |
Magnification | 0.19x |
Elements/Groups | 8/7 |
Diaphragm Blades | 7, Rounded |
Autofocus | Yes |
Filter Thread | Front: 37 mm |
Dimensions (DxL) | Approx. 2.22 x 1.97" (56.5 x 50 mm) |
Weight | 3.99 oz (113 g) |
Packaging Info | |
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Package Weight | 3.0 lb |
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 9.4 x 9.0 x 3.8" |