Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Released June 2021
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Display
- 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
- Introduced June 2021
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-P7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the E-P7 (20MP) is very similar but the Z fc (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) use different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z fc was launched very close to the E-P7 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-P7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z fc scores vs the E-P7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Olympus E-P7
Z fc | E-P7 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Nikon Z fc
E-P7 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-P7
Z fc | E-P7 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | June 2021 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3.00" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc features external measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P7 has proportions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-P7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z fc against the E-P7.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and E-P7 is 79 and 86 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-P7.
As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z fc featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z fc will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively.
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-06-28 | 2021-06-09 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 21 | 118 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 8.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 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 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lb) | 337 gr (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 360 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BLS-50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $949 | $800 |