The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II has an estimated ~100,000-actuation mechanical shutter. Olympus ORF files do not store a confirmed shutter-count tag — the most reliable method is the camera’s built-in INFO screen or ExifTool’s Olympus MakerNote data.
Check Shutter Count →The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II (2015) brought pro-grade features to the entry-level M4/3 market: a built-in electronic viewfinder (1.44 MP), a fully articulating flip-down touchscreen ideal for selfies and vlogging, 5-axis IBIS (4 stops), and a compact, lightweight metal body. Paired with the 16.1 MP LiveMOS sensor and TruePic VII processor, it was one of the most capable beginner mirrorless cameras of its era.
Olympus does not publish official shutter ratings for the E-M10 series. Based on the camera’s class and community testing, the mechanical shutter life is estimated at approximately 100,000 actuations.
| Model | Release | Sensor | Est. Shutter Life | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II | 2015 | 16.1 MP M4/3 | ~100,000 | ORF |
| Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III (successor) | 2017 | 16.1 MP M4/3 | ~100,000 | ORF |
| Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV (successor) | 2020 | 20.3 MP M4/3 | ~100,000 | ORF |
| Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III (step-up) | 2019 | 20.4 MP M4/3 | ~150,000 | ORF |
exiftool -ShutterCount yourfile.ORF in a terminal. On many E-M10 Mark II firmware versions, ExifTool reads the count from Olympus MakerNote data, though results are not guaranteed across all firmware builds.| Actuation Count | % of Est. Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 5,000 | 0 – 5 % | Very low use — near new |
| 5,000 – 30,000 | 5 – 30 % | Normal use for age |
| 30,000 – 65,000 | 30 – 65 % | Moderate to heavy use |
| 65,000 – 85,000 | 65 – 85 % | Heavy use — negotiate price |
| 85,000 + | 85 %+ | Near or past estimated life |
The Mark III (2017) updated the menu system for simpler navigation and added 4K/30p video. However, it replaced the Mark II’s fully articulating flip-down screen with a tilt-only screen, a change that divided opinion. Both share the 16.1 MP sensor and similar IBIS. The Mark IV (2020) resolved this with a fully tilting screen and upgraded to 20.3 MP.
No. The E-M10 Mark II uses the sensor’s electronic readout for video. Only still photographs in mechanical shutter mode increment the actuation counter. Silent/electronic shutter shots also do not wear the mechanical shutter.
No. Unlike the E-M5 and E-M1 series, the E-M10 Mark II is not weather sealed. It should not be used in rain or dusty conditions without protection. This is a key difference to consider against used E-M5 Mark III bodies at similar price points.
All Micro Four Thirds lenses from Olympus, OM System, Panasonic, and third-party brands (Sigma, Voigtländer, Laowa) are fully compatible. The E-M10 Mark II is an excellent compact body for M4/3 travel zoom kits and pancake primes.