The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II is a compact 16.1MP Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera with 5-axis in-body image stabilisation, an 81-point autofocus system, a 2.36M-dot electronic viewfinder, built-in Wi-Fi, a tilting touchscreen, and Full HD 60fps video recording.
Key Specifications
- Sensor: 16.1MP Four Thirds Live MOS sensor with a 2.0x crop factor
- Image stabilisation: Built-in 5-axis IBIS — works with any Micro Four Thirds lens you mount
- Autofocus: 81-point contrast-detect AF system with live view
- Burst shooting: Up to 8.9 frames per second at full resolution
- Shutter: Up to 1/16000 sec (electronic shutter); mechanical shutter tops out at 1/4000 sec; rated for 100,000 actuations
- Video: Full HD 1920×1080 at up to 60fps; HDMI port available for external monitoring
- ISO range: 200–25600 native, with JPEG + RAW file support
- Connectivity: Built-in Wi-Fi, hot shoe, built-in flash, SD card storage, and a tilting 3-inch 2.36M-dot touchscreen LCD
Who is the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II for?
If you want a proper mirrorless camera that slips into a jacket pocket, the E-M10 Mark II hits a sweet spot that's hard to argue with. The 5-axis stabilisation is the headline feature here — it genuinely compensates for camera shake in low light and when shooting video handheld, which is something you'd normally only expect from heavier, pricier bodies. That makes it a natural fit for travel photographers who don't want to carry a big kit but still want sharp results in tricky lighting. The 8.9fps burst rate and 81-point AF also mean it keeps up with kids, pets, or street scenes without constantly missing the moment. Because it uses the Micro Four Thirds standard, you have access to a huge ecosystem of compact, high-quality lenses from both Olympus and Panasonic — the Panasonic Lumix 25mm f/1.7 is a brilliant affordable prime to start with, and the Olympus 12–40mm f/2.8 PRO gives you a versatile zoom step-up later. Beginners will appreciate the iAuto scene intelligence and touchscreen controls, while more experienced shooters can dig into full manual modes. It's also a capable video camera for creators who want Full HD at 60fps without lugging around a dedicated video rig.
Buying a used Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II
Picking up a second-hand E-M10 Mark II is a smart move — the camera's shutter is rated for 100,000 actuations, so even a well-used copy typically has plenty of life left. Listings on Camera-tweedehands.nl show exactly what's included (body only or with accessories), so check the variant listing to confirm what you're getting. Every pre-owned body is professionally inspected and individually photographed, so you know exactly what condition you're getting. All used cameras come with a minimum 12 months warranty, and the actual warranty period for each item is shown on the variant listing. As an Olympus Micro Four Thirds body, it also means any lenses you invest in are compatible with the wider OM System ecosystem going forward.
