Olympus OM-D E-M10 II review

It's small, it's powerful and the E-M10 Mark II takes great shots too

Digital Camera World Verdict

The OM-D E-M10 II is a high quality camera that feels great, offers an extensive feature set with bags of control and yet doesn’t take up much space in your bag. Its autofocus, white balance and metering systems are excellent, helping it to deliver high-quality images, even in challenging conditions.

Pros

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    Small size

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    Good range of lenses

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    Great features and performance

Cons

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    A few irritating control glitches

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    Smaller sensor than APS-C cameras

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    No 4K video

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Thanks to its small size, durable-feeling body, extensive control and high-quality images, the OM-D E-M10 has been very successful for Olympus, outselling the other OM-D models. Now we have the OM-D E-M10 Mark II, which is more of a refresh than a substantial update.

Update: The E-M10 Mark II has been replaced by the E-M10 Mark III, but it's still widely available at reduced prices, making it a top candidate for anyone looking for the best cheap camera.

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