• APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 12,800
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Canon T6i advantages over Olympus E-M10 IV

  • Less expensive
    $599 vs $699
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • NFC
    Yes vs No
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More pixels
    24.2 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Olympus E-M10 IV advantages over Canon T6i

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Thinner
    49 mm vs 77 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    4 years vs 10 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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Review Excerpt

  • Highest resolution Canon APS-C camera yet; Improved dynamic range over T5i; Good high ISO performance for its class; Very fast autofocus; Built-in Wi-Fi with NFC; Touchscreen tilt/swivel LCD.

  • Shallow buffer depth with RAW files; Below average battery life; No Servo AF in Live View; No 60p video frame rate.

  • Read our Canon T6i Review

The Competition

Compared to Nikon D3400

Canon T6i
Nikon D3400
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Touchscreen
  • $497
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Canon T6i vs Nikon D3400

Olympus E-M10 IV
Nikon D3400
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $497
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Nikon D3400

Compared to Nikon D5500

Canon T6i
Nikon D5500
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Fast startup

Compare Canon T6i vs Nikon D5500

Olympus E-M10 IV
Nikon D5500
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $697
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Nikon D5500

Compared to Pentax K-3 II

Canon T6i
Pentax K-3 II
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $830
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Canon T6i vs Pentax K-3 II

Olympus E-M10 IV
Pentax K-3 II
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $830
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Pentax K-3 II

Compared to Canon T7i

Canon T6i
Canon T7i
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • Built-in Bluetooth

Compare Canon T6i vs Canon T7i

Olympus E-M10 IV
Canon T7i
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • Less expensive
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Larger sensor

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Canon T7i

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Canon T6i
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $699
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Canon T6i vs Olympus E-M5 III

Olympus E-M10 IV
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $630
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Longer video battery life
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • High resolution composite

Compare Olympus E-M10 IV vs Olympus E-M5 III

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