Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Released September 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Released June 2021
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Olympus. The resolution of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-M1 (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Fujifilm X-M1 was announced 8 years prior to the E-P7 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm X-M1 matches up vs the E-P7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-M1 & Olympus PEN E-P7. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Olympus E-P7
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-P7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Fujifilm X-M1
| E-P7 | Fujifilm X-M1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2021 |  | September 2013 | Fresher by 94 months |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Olympus E-P7
| Fujifilm X-M1 | E-P7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Tilting | Tilting screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3.00" | Equal screen dimensions |
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-M1 features physical dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Olympus E-P7 has sizing of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Olympus E-P7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 and the E-P7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-P7 is 87 and 86 respectively.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and E-P7.
As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-M1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus E-P7 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-M1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Olympus |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-M1 | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2013-09-17 | 2021-06-09 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
| Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 226.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Highest resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | - | 100 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 121 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Fujifilm X | Micro Four Thirds |
| Available lenses | 54 | 118 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3.00 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 8.7 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Highest flash sync | 1/180 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 330 grams (0.73 lb) | 337 grams (0.74 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 images | 360 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | BLS-50 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $399 | $800 |
