The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II, announced in August 2015, is a compact, digital mirrorless camera in the Micro Four Thirds system. It improves upon its predecessor with a 5-axis in-body image stabilization system, enhancing stability during handheld shooting.
Key Features:
- 16MP Live MOS sensor with a 4/3 size for high-quality stills and video.
- SLR-style body design, offering a traditional feel in a modern mirrorless format.
- Electronic viewfinder with 2.3 million dots for clear, detailed composition.
- 8 fps burst rate for capturing fast-moving subjects.
- Fast shutter speeds: 1/4000s mechanical shutter, 1/16000s electronic shutter.
- 81 contrast detection autofocus points for accurate focusing (no phase detection).
- 1080p/60 fps video with a 77 Mbit/s bitrate for smooth video recording.
- Built-in flash for additional lighting when needed.
- Wi-Fi for easy sharing and remote control.
- Tilting touchscreen with 1,040,000-dot resolution for flexible framing.
- Compact and lightweight at just 390g, making it portable for everyday use.
Drawback:
- No minijack socket, limiting the ability to connect external microphones for better audio quality.
The E-M10 Mark II is a versatile mirrorless option with robust features for both photography and video, but its lack of a minijack may be limiting for audio-focused creators.